Jewish Lights Publishing: 165 books
by Dr. Ron Wolfson
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2005
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2005
This indispensable guide to Jewish mourning and comfort provides traditional and modern insights into every aspect of loss. Dr. Ron Wolfson takes you step by step through the mourning process, including the specifics of funeral preparations, preparing the home and family to sit shiva, and visiting the grave.
by Tamar Frankiel, Judy Greenfeld
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2000
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2000
This inspiring, informative guide shows us how we can use the often overlooked time at the end of each day to enhance our spiritual, physical and psychological wellbeing. Each chapter takes a new look at traditional Jewish prayers and what they have to teach us about the spiritual aspects of preparing for the end of the day, and of sleep itself.
My People's Prayer Book, Vol. 2
The Amidah
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 1998
Provides diverse and exciting commentaries to the traditional liturgy, written by some of todays most respected scholars and teachers from all perspectives of the Jewish world. Unique, fresh, honest translations, with notes comparing other translations. This second volume of the series explores the origins...
by Elliot N. Dorff, PhD
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2007
An accessible introduction to the Jewish concept of our responsibility to care for others and repair the world. For everyone who wants to understand the meaning and significance of tikkun olam (repairing the world) in Jewish spiritual life, this book shows the way into an essential aspect of Judaism and allows you to interact directly with the sacred texts of the Jewish tradition.
The Messiah and the Jews
Three Thousand Years of Tradition, Belief and Hope
Language: English
Release Date: February 21, 2013
Brings together, and to life, the three-thousand-year-old messianic tradition as never before. Rather than simply reviewing the vast body of Jewish messianic literature, this book explores an astonishing range of primary and secondary sources, explaining in an informative yet inspirational way these...
The Chutzpah Imperative
Empowering Today’s Jews for a Life That Matters
Language: English
Release Date: September 19, 2014
This exploration into the heart of Judaism shows that it’s time to reconnect with the ancient ideal of chutzpah (Jewish self-empowerment). Seeks to revive collective Jewish life and draw new generations to the Jewish tradition’s vital, significant and timely message by reasserting the Bible’s prescription of human possibility and responsibilities.
by Rabbi James Rudin
Language: English
Release Date: November 19, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: November 19, 2010
We now have the potential to end two thousand years of hostility.Will we succeed? In recent years, courageous Christian and Jewish leaders have together confronted the past and commenced the urgent task of ending one of the worlds longest and most bitter religious conflicts by building bridges of solidarity,...
The Guide to Jewish Interfaith Family Life
An InterfaithFamily.com Handbook
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2001
This book offers essential support for families of any constellation who are exploring Jewish life while respecting the heritage and traditions of those they love.
by Rabbi Norman J. Cohen
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2004
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2004
An accessible introduction to how to read, study, and understand Torahthe Bible and related sacred texts that have grown up around it.For everyone who wants to understand Torah, this book shows the way into an essential aspect of Judaism, and allows you to interact directly with the sacred texts of the...
Wandering Stars
An Anthology of Jewish Fantasy & Science Fiction
Language: English
Release Date: April 15, 1998
The first time in a science fiction and fantasy collection that the Jewish People—and the richness of their particular points of view—appear without a mask. A showpiece of Jewish wit, culture, and lore, blending humor and sadness, cynicism and faith.
by Lawrence Kushner, Gary Schmidt
Language: English
Release Date: July 1, 2005
Language: English
Release Date: July 1, 2005
A Charming tale to remind us all that our kindness works miracles.When the sun sets and stars fill the sky, the square in the little town grows quiet and still. The cool air of distant hills mingles with the sweet scent of baking bread. The moon rises and glows softly. Its the sort of place where miracles...
On the Chocolate Trail
A Delicious Adventure Connecting Jews, Religions, History, Travel, Rituals and Recipes to the Magic of Cacao
Language: English
Release Date: October 8, 2012
Explore the surprising Jewish and other religious connections to chocolate in this gastronomic and historical adventure through cultures, countries, centuries and convictions. Rabbi Deborah Prinz draws from her world travels on the trail of chocolate to enchant chocolate lovers of all backgrounds as...
Relational Judaism
Using the Power of Relationships to Transform the Jewish Community
Language: English
Release Date: February 26, 2013
Noted educator and community revitalization pioneer Dr. Ron Wolfson presents practical strategies and case studies to transform the old model of Jewish institutions into relational communities. He sets out twelve principles of relational engagement to guide Jewish lay leaders, professionals and community...
Amazing Chesed
Living a Grace-Filled Judaism
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2012
Reclaims grace as a core Jewish idea, presenting it as a key for unlocking the spiritual nature of all aspects of Judaism. It examines elements of Judaism—God, creation, humanity, covenant, faith—in relation to grace. It highlights the role of grace in key aspects of Jewish practice, such as forgiveness,...