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In "Psalm 23: An Odyssey of Faith: Rediscovering the Personal God in Judaism," readers are taken on an enlightening journey through the intricacies of contemporary Jewish faith, emphasizing the quest to reconnect with a personal God. This exploration weaves together historical events, theological insights, psychological nuances, sociological perspectives, and philosophical standpoints, both ancient and modern. It encourages individuals to address...
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Normon Solomon's succinct book is an ideal introduction to Judaism as a religion and way of life. Demonstrating the diverse nature and ethnic origin of Jewish people, Solomon explores how the religion has developed in the 2,000 years since the days of the Bible.
This Very Short Introduction starts by outlining the basics of practical Judaism, including festivals, prayers, customs, and various sects - and goes on to consider how Judaism has responded...
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In everything that follows, "Bible" always means the Hebrew or Jewish Bible. The Christian Scriptures will always be called "New Testament" or "Gospels." Judaism, Christianity and Islam should be thought of as three faith communities rather than as three "religions." They are communities of believers, each with its own ideology, history (its ideology is often embedded in its history), its traditions, and, of course, its members, the great number of...
4) The Lion of Judah: How Jesus Completes Biblical Judaism and Why Judaism and Christianity Separated
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If Jesus is a Jew, why is there a wedge between Christianity and Judaism?
If Jews and Christians both believe in the same God, why is there such division? Why is history littered with deathly accounts of this division, from the early Jewish persecution of Christians to the Crusades' slaughtering of Jews?
The Lion of Judah unpacks the roots of this division, showing how jealousy, theology, the law, and the integration of Gentile believers into what...
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Why celebrate Hanukkah as a Christian? Isn't it a Jewish holiday? In the apostle Paul's letter to the Romans, he goes into detail about how Christians have been "grafted in" to the root. We have an inheritance along with our Jewish brothers and sisters and can partake of all the good gifts God has for us, which includes celebrations such as Hanukkah! Why not celebrate? Have fun and be inspired during this holiday season.Each day contains a short devotional,...
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"Harmony Among Faiths: A Global Quest for Religious Freedom" is a profound exploration of the intricate landscape of religious freedom in our contemporary world. This book presents an in-depth examination of the challenges, opportunities, and obligations that encompass the practice of religion in an increasingly diverse and interconnected society.At its core, the book recognizes the paramount importance of religion in the lives of individuals, as...
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First published in 1957, this one-volume source for everything Jewish has delighted and instructed several generations in the English-speaking Jewish world. Fully updated through 2007, it provides snapshots and in-depth entries on every important Jewish personality, place, concept, event and value in Israel, the United States, and all other parts of the world.
Mordecai Schreiber was born and raised in Israel, and lived in Uruguay and Guatemala....
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How can we increase happiness and well-being in our lives, using modern science and ancient wisdom?
Psychology teaches us that positive emotions and character traits promote happiness, health, and well-being. Jewish wisdom and practice have long taught the merits of optimism and resilience. Positive Judaism combines these powerful understandings into a practical and spiritual approach to increasing well-being for ourselves and our communities....
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DESCUBRIMIENTO INESPERADO REVELADO DURANTE UNA TEMPORADA DE ORACIÓN URGENTE. En su libro "Fe Como un Martillo, Forjado en Fuego Sagrado", Bob Lampkin relata su experiencia de cómo Dios intervino dramáticamente en su vida y lo llamó a documentar todo lo que reveló. Lampkin comparte una visión íntima de su vida, luchando por encontrar significado mientras se enfrentaba a la crisis. A través de una revelación divina, Dios lo guía en un camino...
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Fun Facts about Jewish and Israeli holidaysJewish and Israeli holidays are a rich tapestry of celebrations that reflect both religious and historical aspects of Jewish culture. These holidays are deeply rooted in traditions, stories, and rituals that connect Jewish communities across the globe. While Jewish holidays have religious significance and often commemorate historical events, Israeli holidays specifically highlight the history and identity...
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All the women of the Bible offers a rich biographical perspective on evey female figure in scripture -- including the famous, the little-known, and even the unnamed. In more that 300 engaging and insightful portraits, Edith Deen brings alive the saints and sorceresses, queens and servants, mothers and daughters, wives and widows whose profound influence is felt through-out the Bible.
"You can almost trace light and darkness in the Bible by the women...
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Ce livre est un voyage fascinant à travers les enseignements du Talmud et de la Torah, qui nous révèlent les profondeurs de notre être intérieur. Ce livre explore les chapitres clés qui dévoilent les mystères de l'âme humaine et son rle essentiel dans notre vie.Dans le premier chapitre, "Qu'est-ce que l'âme ?", nous plongeons dans les fondements du judaïsme, apprenant que l'âme est une création divine, immortelle et distincte de toutes...
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Sure to resonate with Jewish and Gentile readers alike, How to Be a Mentsh (and Not a Shmuck) is a wise and witty self-help manual for pursuing happiness while still acting with integrity, honor, and compassion. Michael Wex, New York Times bestselling author of Born to Kvetch and Just Say Nu, draws on sources that range from the Talmud and Yiddish proverbs to contemporary music and movies in this insightful guide that explores not only human nature...
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What Do Our Neighbors Believe? offers a concise and accessible introduction to the three Abrahamic faiths. Presented in a question-and-answer format, this book explains the historical and theological foundations of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, including detailed discussions of beliefs, practices, key leaders, and much more.
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The current social and political climate makes it easy to benefit from religious misunderstanding. Political and religious leaders create fear of the religious other in order to drum up support for themselves. But the best way to combat deliberate misrepresentation is to provide accurate, timely information about the three great monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Originally published in 2007, What Do Our Neighbors Believe?...
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For half of the 20th century, Huston Smith covered the world seeking answers to the supreme questions in life: Why are we here? What do we really want? What does it all mean? From humble village temples to glinting mosques and towering cathedrals, Smith has uncovered the spiritual treasures buried beneath thousands of years of historical and scientific distortions. Now, in his own words, Smith shares the true story of his epic search for the seeds...
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With the publication of his runaway best seller Kosher Sex, Rabbi Shmuley Boteach gained instant fame as a sage and savvy commentator on public and private life. Now he turns his outspoken energy and vast erudition to the core teachings of Judaism itself. During his years as Rabbi of Oxford University and founder of the university's Jewish outreach organization, the L'Chaim Society, Boteach began to realize how well-matched the foundational beliefs...
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The Cure for National Healing & Restoration
The entire modern-day "political conflict" over Israel is nothing but a "biblical conflict" between those nations that support Israel's right to settle in the whole land promised to Abraham, and between those nations that are opposing the will of God Almighty on this issue. Therefore, whoever will oppose Yahveh on this issue will find himself His enemy. Every nation that opposes the plan of Yahveh to reestablish...
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This is a new edition of a classic and highly controversial book that examines the history and consequences of Jewish Fundamentalism in Israel. It is essential reading for anyone who wants a full understanding of the way religious extremism has affected the political development of the modern Israeli state.
Acclaimed writer and human rights campaigner Israel Shahak was, up until his death in 2001, one of the most respected of Israel's peace activists...
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This contemporary companion to the Jewish year cycle is not only a bellwether for radical Jews who want their lives and practice to be rooted in their political commitments but also an educational resource in Jewish tradition, holidays, and ritual. With a chapter for each month of the Hebrew calendar, For Times Such as These offers spiritual practices and holiday rituals rooted in movements for racial justice, decolonization, feminism, and queer and...
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