Judaism's 10 Best Ideas: A Brief Guide for Seekers by Arthur Green (English) Pap

Description: Judaism's 10 Best Ideas by Arthur Green What does Judaism have to offer a contemporary seeker free to choose a system of values? With warmth, humor and down-to-earth explanations, leading spiritual teacher Arthur Green offers his answer to this question. An enticing look into timeless Jewish wisdom that will encourage you to explore the riches of Judaism for yourself. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In an age of fluid identity, many people are honestly asking the question "Why be Jewish?" What in this religious and ethnic legacy is worth preserving? Does Judaism have something unique to offer a contemporary seeker free to choose a way of life and a system of values? Here is the answer of a leading spiritual teacher who has faced these questions in conversation with generations of students. With warmth, humour, personal and rabbinic stories and down-to-earth explanations, Arthur Green presents the ideas in Judaism that kept him loyal to the tradition passed on to him. The result is an enticing look into timeless Jewish wisdom that will encourage you to explore further and search out the riches of Judaism for yourself. Author Biography Arthur Green, PhD, renowned spiritual leader, author and teacher, is recognized as one of the worlds preeminent authorities on Jewish thought and spirituality. Table of Contents Introduction 11. Simhah-Joy 3Happiness as a Religious Precept2. Tzelem Elohim-Creation in Gods Image 9What Are We Doing Here?3. Halakhah-Walking the Path 19A Community of Doers4. Tikkun Olam-Repairing the World 29Being Gods Partner5. Shabbat-Getting Off the Treadmill 37The Secret of Shabbat6. Teshuvah-Returning 47Faith in Human Change7. Torah-The People and the Book 57Text and Interpretation8. Talmud Torah-"Teach Them to Your Children" 65The Role of Education9. LHayyim-To Life! 75Accepting Death, Affirming Life10. Ehad-Hear O Israel 85There Is Only OneNotes 93Suggestions for Further Reading 95 Review "Superb! ... A gem, as valuable for one beginning to explore Judaism as for one who needs renewal of soul and purpose."--Rabbi Rachel Cowan, author, Mixed Blessings"Depth, wisdom, humanity [and] scholarship [from] the greatest living interpreter of Judaism.... I look forward to teaching this book to a generation of spiritual seekers searching for a soulful Judaism."--Rabbi Edward Feinstein, author, The Chutzpah Imperative: Empowering Todays Jews for a Life That Matters; senior rabbi, Valley Beth Shalom"Translates core ideas of Jewish tradition with twenty-first-century eyes, making them both accessible and compelling. This is the book I will give not only to people beginning their Jewish journeys but also to serious students of Judaism."--Rabbi Laura Geller, senior rabbi, Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills"Profound wisdom in a simple format.... Offer[s] readers easy access to Judaisms most novel ideas."--Dr. Kerry M. Olitzky, executive director, Jewish Outreach Institute; author, Introducing My Faith and My Community: The Jewish Outreach Institute Guide for a Christian in a Jewish Interfaith Relationship"Fresh and insightful.... An important read for all Jews, non-Orthodox and Orthodox alike.... This is a unifying book that can bring all those who love Judaism, Torah, mitzvot and God together--all sharing in common the deepest ideas and desires for this world."--Rabbi Asher Lopatin, president, Yeshivat Chovevei Torah Rabbinical School Long Description A welcoming introduction to the most important ideas in Judaism. In an age of fluid identity, many people are honestly asking the question "Why be Jewish?" What in this religious and ethnic legacy is worth preserving? Does Judaism have something unique to offer a contemporary seeker free to choose a way of life and a system of values? Here is the answer of a leading spiritual teacher who has faced these questions in conversation with generations of students. With warmth, humor, personal and rabbinic stories and down-to-earth explanations, Arthur Green presents the ideas in Judaism that kept him loyal to the tradition passed on to him. The result is an enticing look into timeless Jewish wisdom that will encourage you to explore further and search out the riches of Judaism for yourself. Review Quote This gem distills a half century of study and teaching into ten top Jewish concepts. Read it in one sitting, or dwell with a chapter at a time. This is a great resource for continueing your Jewish spiritual journey. Read it solo, or explore with others for new worlds of possibility. Details ISBN1580238033 Author Arthur Green Publisher Jewish Lights Publishing Language English ISBN-10 1580238033 ISBN-13 9781580238038 Format Paperback Short Title JUDAISMS 10 BEST IDEAS Media Book DEWEY 296.3 Year 2014 Publication Date 2014-09-08 Pages 112 Imprint Jewish Lights Publishing Subtitle A Brief Guide for Seekers Place of Publication Woodstock Country of Publication United States Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2015-07-01 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159699530;

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