Judaism For Dummies by Ted Falcon (English) Paperback Book

Description: Judaism For Dummies by Ted Falcon, David Blatner Your plain-English guide to Judaism Whether youre interested in the religion or the spirituality, the culture or the ethnic traditions, Judaism For Dummies explores the full spectrum of Judaism, dipping into the mystical, meditative, and spiritual depth of the faith and the practice. In this warm and welcoming book, youll find coverage of: Orthodox Jews and breakaway denominations; Judaism as a daily practice; the food and fabric of Judaism; Jewish wedding ceremonies; celebrations and holy days; 4,000 years of pain, sadness, triumph, and joy; great Jewish thinkers and historical celebrities; and much more. Updates to the "recent history" section with discussions of what has happened in the first decade of the twenty-first century including: the expansion of orthodox political power in Israel; expansion of interfaith work; unfortunate recent anti-Semitic events; and other newsExpanded coverage of Jewish mysticism and meditation, which has become increasingly popular in recent yearsNew coverage on Jewish views of morality, including birth control, homosexuality, and environmental concernsRevised recipes for traditional Jewish cooking, updated key vocabulary, and Yiddish phrases everyone should know Jews have long spread out to the corners of the world, so there are significant Jewish communities on many continents. Judaism For Dummies offers a glimpse into the rituals, ideas, and terms that are woven into the history and everyday lives of Jewish people as near as our own neighborhoods and as far-reaching as across the world. P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, youre probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Judaism For Dummies (9781118407516). The book you see here shouldnt be considered a new or updated product. But if youre in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. Were always writing about new topics! FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Back Cover Explore the full spectrum of Judaism Discover the rituals woven into everyday Jewish life Grasp the spiritual depth of the faith and practice A complete guide to beliefs, customs, and rituals Whether you want to reconnect with your Jewish heritage or youre just curious about the Jewish experience, this insightful guide is for you. In Judaism For Dummies you discover key Jewish beliefs and traditions, such as kosher laws and the significance of Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, as well as delve into the highlights and low points of Jewish history. Take a look inside the Torah and learn about Judaism as a daily practice. Read about Jewish holiday celebrations, find recipes for traditional Jewish foods, and much more! Inside... A quick, easy-in/easy-out guide to prayers and blessings Spiritual and historical components of Judaism A calendar of Jewish holidays People you should know about Answers to common questions about Judaism Flap Explore the full spectrum of Judaism Discover the rituals woven into everyday Jewish life Grasp the spiritual depth of the faith and practice A complete guide to beliefs, customs, and rituals Whether you want to reconnect with your Jewish heritage or youre just curious about the Jewish experience, this insightful guide is for you. In Judaism For Dummies you discover key Jewish beliefs and traditions, such as kosher laws and the significance of Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, as well as delve into the highlights and low points of Jewish history. Take a look inside the Torah and learn about Judaism as a daily practice. Read about Jewish holiday celebrations, find recipes for traditional Jewish foods, and much more! Inside... A quick, easy-in/easy-out guide to prayers and blessings Spiritual and historical components of Judaism A calendar of Jewish holidays People you should know about Answers to common questions about Judaism Author Biography Rabbi Ted Falcon, PhD, one of the pioneers of contemporary Jewish and interfaith spirituality, is a writer, teacher, and spiritual counselor in private practice. David Blatner is an award-winning author of 15 books, including Spectrums: Our Mind-Boggling Universe From Infinitesimal to Infinity. Table of Contents Introduction 1 Part 1: What Jews Generally Believe 9 Chapter 1: Thats Funny, You Dont Look Jewish: Whos a Jew and Why 11 Chapter 2: Its All One: Judaism and God 25 Chapter 3: A Never-Ending Torah: The Unfolding of a Tradition 35 Chapter 4: A Path of Blessing: Judaism as a Daily Practice 47 Chapter 5: Jewish Mysticism 71 Chapter 6: Ethical Challenges 91 Part 2: From Womb to Tomb: The Life Cycle 107 Chapter 7: In the Beginning: Birth and Bris 109 Chapter 8: Coming of Age: The Bar/Bat Mitzvah 119 Chapter 9: Get Me to the Chuppa On Time: Weddings 127 Chapter 10: Stepping Through the Valley: The Shadow of Death 139 Part 3: An Overview of Jewish History 153 Chapter 11: Let My People Go: From Abraham to Exodus 155 Chapter 12: The Kings of Israel: The First Temple 167 Chapter 13: Bracketed by Exile: The Second Temple 177 Chapter 14: The Exiles Continue: The First Millennium 185 Chapter 15: The Greatest Horror, the Greatest Triumph 197 Chapter 16: Jewish Buddhists and Other Challenges of the New Age 215 Chapter 17: The Problem of Anti-Semitism 225 Part 4: Celebrations and Holy Days 237 Chapter 18: A Taste of Paradise: Shabbat 239 Chapter 19: In with the New: Rosh Hashanah 257 Chapter 20: Getting Serious: Yom Kippur 271 Chapter 21: The Great Outdoors: Sukkot 283 Chapter 22: Seeking Light in Dark Times: Chanukkah 293 Chapter 23: Celebrating Renewal: Tu BShvat 305 Chapter 24: A Jewish Carnival: Purim 309 Chapter 25: From Groan to Glee: Passover 319 Chapter 26: Spring Is Busting Out All Over: Shavuot 345 Chapter 27: A Day of Mourning: Tisha BAv 357 Part 5: The Part of Tens 361 Chapter 28: Ten People Who Helped Shape Judaism 363 Chapter 29: Answers to Ten Common Questions about Judaism 371 Part 6: Appendixes 383 Appendix A: Oy Vey! and Other Words You Should Know 385 Appendix B: A Sampler of Jewish Prayers and Blessings 397 Appendix C: Go Now and Learn 405 Index 411 Details ISBN1119643074 Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc Year 2019 ISBN-10 1119643074 ISBN-13 9781119643074 Format Paperback Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Edition 2nd DEWEY 296 Pages 448 Language English UK Release Date 2019-10-08 NZ Release Date 2019-08-23 Author David Blatner Edition Description 2nd edition Publication Date 2019-10-08 Imprint For Dummies Replaces 9781118407516 Audience General US Release Date 2019-10-08 AU Release Date 2019-08-22 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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