Rabbi Gary M. Spero, J.D., author of Standing In The Blazing Light Of God, takes the reader on an exploration of the history and meaning behind the Tashlich ritual. This ceremony, done on the afternoon of either the first or second day of Rosh Hashana, by a body of water, symbolically expresses our desire to rid ourselves of sins and emotional/spiritual baggage for the New Year. A modern ceremony is presented for readers to use.

Rabbi Gary M. Spero, author of Standing In The Blazing Light Of God, presents straightforward practical and humorous advice for interfaith and blended couples and families with children on celebrating the Chanukah/Christmas and Passover/Easter holidays. Rabbi Spero has worked with interfaith families for eleven years as a Rabbi in Torrance, CA.

Rabbi Gary M. Spero, author of Standing In The Blazing Light Of God, examines the lives of the teachers, Rabbis, congregants, friends and relatives who influenced and shaped his life. Rabbi Gary discusses loss and grief and its impact on our faith. Finally Rabbi Gary talks about using memories of the departed to take on good deeds and actions in their name. This lets them have a spiritual resurrection of sorts and an ongoing, living impact on our lives and the world.

New larger print and expanded and revised version Rabbi Gary M. Spero takes readers on a journey exploring Jewish concepts of God, theology, spirituality, prayer and the meaning of life. The book also examines the commonality of fundamental beliefs in world religions. Learn about the roles of pets and animals in our spiritual lives. Rabbi Gary gives advice on marriage, raising children, dealing with grief and loss and a myriad of other topics in a humorous conversational manner. Plus you will get the recipe for a perfect bowl of chicken matzo ball soup