On Repentance: The Thought and Oral Discourses of Rabbi Joseph Dov Soloveitchik
ISBN: 9781568219851 / Angielski / Twarda / 336 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik was the leader of enlightened Orthodoxy in America. His annual lecture on teshuvah (repentance) was the hallmark event for Modern Orthodox Jews in America. This book collects the greatest of Rabbi Soloveitchik's teachings in one volume. His speeches focus on the ethical and moral decisions that shape our lives.
Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik was the leader of enlightened Orthodoxy in America. His annual lecture on teshuvah (repentance) was the hallmark event fo...
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479,85 zł |
A House Divided: Orthodoxy and Schism in Nineteenth-Century Central European Jewry
ISBN: 9781584652953 / Angielski / Miękka / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Eminent social historian Jacob Katz examines the rise and transformation of Jewish communal leadership in Central Europe. It is a story of fragmentation and polarization that sheds light on the tensions within the 19th-century Jewish community in Central Europe as it struggled to respond to the promises and perils of modernization.
Eminent social historian Jacob Katz examines the rise and transformation of Jewish communal leadership in Central Europe. It is a story of fragmentati...
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201,86 zł |
From Frankfurt to Jerusalem: Isaac Breuer and the History of the Secession Dispute in Modern Jewish Orthodoxy
ISBN: 9789004128385 / Angielski / Twarda / 400 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. During the German "Kulturkampf" in the 1870s, the Frankfurt rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch enjoined all Jews of his community to exercise a right given by Prussian law: to withdraw from the united community which was dominated by Reform forces in order to belong only to a separate Orthodox community, founded according to Jewish law (Halakha). This work investigates the significance of these events for Orthodox Judaism in the 20th century. Focussing on the philosophy of Isaac Breuer, the grandson of Hirsch, Frankfurt attorney, novelist and co-founder of the Orthodox world movement Agudat Israel,...
During the German "Kulturkampf" in the 1870s, the Frankfurt rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch enjoined all Jews of his community to exercise a right given b...
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Jewish Tradition and the Non-Traditional Jew
ISBN: 9780876684795 / Angielski / Twarda / 252 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Another addition to the "Orthodox Forum Series," this book is a collection of papers from the Second Orthodox Forum in New York and provides compelling insight into the minds of highly respected scholars in the Orthodox Rabbinate. Two of the papers include a brief account of non-observance and the Rabbinic view throughout Jewish history. The Orthodox Forum, convened by Dr. Norman Lamm, President of Yeshiva University, meets each year to consider major issues of concern to the Jewish community. Forum participants from throughout the world, including academicians in both Jewish and secular...
Another addition to the "Orthodox Forum Series," this book is a collection of papers from the Second Orthodox Forum in New York and provides compellin...
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661,98 zł |
Yeshiva Fundamentalism: Piety, Gender, and Resistance in the Ultra-Orthodox World
ISBN: 9780814740491 / Angielski / Twarda / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. 2009 Choice Outstanding Academic Title The ultra-Orthodox yeshiva, or Jewish seminary, is a space reserved for men, and for a focus on religious ideals. Fundamentalist forms of piety are usually believed to be quite resistant to change. In Yeshiva Fundamentalism, Nurit Stadler uncovers surprising evidence that firmly religious and pious young men of this community are seeking to change their institutions to incorporate several key dimensions of the secular world: a redefinition of masculinity along with a transformation of the family, and... 2009 Choice Outstanding Academic Title The ultra-Orthodox yeshiva, or Jewish seminary, is a space reserved for men,... |
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Open Secret: Postmessianic Messianism and the Mystical Revision of Menaḥem Mendel Schneerson
ISBN: 9780231146302 / Angielski / Twarda / 472 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Menahem Mendel Schneerson (1902-1994) was the seventh and seemingly last Rebbe of the Habad-Lubavitch dynasty. Marked by conflicting tendencies, Schneerson was a radical messianic visionary who promoted a conservative political agenda, a reclusive contemplative who built a hasidic sect into an international movement, and a man dedicated to the exposition of mysteries who nevertheless harbored many secrets. Schneerson astutely masked views that might be deemed heterodox by the canons of orthodoxy while engineering a fundamentalist ideology that could subvert traditional gender hierarchy, the...
Menahem Mendel Schneerson (1902-1994) was the seventh and seemingly last Rebbe of the Habad-Lubavitch dynasty. Marked by conflicting tendencies, Schne...
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481,40 zł |
Summer In Glass: Essays and Sermons of Kuzriel Meir
ISBN: 9781449596378 / Angielski / Miękka / 68 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A selection of Essays and sermons from 1964 to 2005. This volume includes: Does man have essence before being? A note on the formation of the Sanhedrin The Transfiguration of Yiddish Echoes of four holy martyrs Bad things happening to good people The Presence of G-d Parshat Yithro, 5749 Will our oil last? Is the Torah an Intellectual matter only? Remember What do we mean by "Torah min ha Shamayim"?
A selection of Essays and sermons from 1964 to 2005. This volume includes: Does man have essence before being? A note on the formation of the Sanhedri...
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Child and Domestic Abuse Volume II: Translated & Hebrew Sources
ISBN: 9781453896280 / Angielski / Miękka / 526 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is a source book of translated Jewish texts concerning the need to protect the individual as well as his right to protect himself. It contains many texts related to child and domestic abuse, rabbinic authority, the relationship between Jewish and secular law and authority, the Jewish view of sexuality and deviance as well as the original Hebrew texts.
This is a source book of translated Jewish texts concerning the need to protect the individual as well as his right to protect himself. It contains ma...
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Religion of Reason
ISBN: 9781463709600 / Angielski / Miękka / 418 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Jewish life has become tainted by man-made religions, mysticism and pop-kabballah. Based on the Sages' writings and 10 years in the making, Rabbi Moshe Ben-Chaim debunks these false notions, presenting an intelligent analysis of Torah to reveal beautiful insights. Judaism is the only religion based on proof and reason, not blind faith and superstitions. Intelligence is the only key that unlocks God's wisdom. Readers will quickly distinguish authentic Judaism from popular notions, preferring Torah's brilliance over simplistic belief.
Jewish life has become tainted by man-made religions, mysticism and pop-kabballah. Based on the Sages' writings and 10 years in the making, Rabbi Mosh...
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Sacred Speakers: Language and Culture among the ultra-Orthodox in Israel
ISBN: 9781845450625 / Angielski / Twarda / 248 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Despite its outwardly static and traditional appearance, the Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) world is engaged in a constant cultural dialogue with modernity. This dialogue is exceptionally visible in the realm of language as shown in this study that examines the language and culture of four ultra-Orthodox groups found in Israel: the Ashkenazi (European) Mitnagdim-Lithuanians, and the Oriental Sefaradi Haredim. After the presentation of the historical background of the four sects, the author analyzes the public and private domains, focusing on language as used in many different forms and... Despite its outwardly static and traditional appearance, the Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) world is engaged in a constant cultural dialogue with modernit... |
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Jewish Orthodoxy and Its Discontents: Religious Dissidence in Contemporary Israel
ISBN: 9780761859178 / Angielski / Miękka / 170 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In this book, Marta T. Topel utilizes anthropological research to analyze both macro and micro social processes among secular and Orthodox Jews in Israel. Topel approaches religious dissidence within the Jewish Israeli Orthodoxy through the lens of the inverse phenomenon: religious conversion to Jewish Orthodoxy.
In this book, Marta T. Topel utilizes anthropological research to analyze both macro and micro social processes among secular and Orthodox Jews in Isr...
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297,65 zł |
Becoming Frum: How Newcomers Learn the Language and Culture of Orthodox Judaism
ISBN: 9780813553894 / Angielski / Miękka / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. When non-Orthodox Jews become frum (religious), they encounter much more than dietary laws and Sabbath prohibitions. They find themselves in the midst of a whole new culture, involving matchmakers, homemade gefilte fish, and Yiddish-influenced grammar. Becoming Frum explains how these newcomers learn Orthodox language and culture through their interactions with community veterans and other newcomers. Some take on as much as they can as quickly as they can, going beyond the norms of those raised in the community. Others maintain aspects of their pre-Orthodox selves, yielding...
When non-Orthodox Jews become frum (religious), they encounter much more than dietary laws and Sabbath prohibitions. They find themselves in th...
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A Well-Worn Tallis for a New Ceremony: Trends in Israeli Haredi Culture
ISBN: 9781936235827 / Angielski / Twarda / 190 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A Well-Worn Tallis for a New Ceremony is a study of contemporary ultra-Orthodox religiosity in Israel. This book analyzes the ongoing reconstruction of Haredi culture in Israel, a process which has been spurred on by the challenges of modernity, the worldwide resurgence of religion, and the strong sway of Israeliness. Despite its founders' and the present leadership's long-standing eff orts to establish and buttress a community enclave, various modern trends and state institutions, such as secularization, consumerism, feminism, and the military, are having a profound impact on the yeshiva...
A Well-Worn Tallis for a New Ceremony is a study of contemporary ultra-Orthodox religiosity in Israel. This book analyzes the ongoing reconstruction o...
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Carmel College
ISBN: 9781477574843 / Angielski / Miękka / 206 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A record of Carmel College, a Jewish Public School in England from 1948 to 1997 when it closed. The author is the son of the founder and was himself Heasmaster and Principal from 1971 to 1984.
A record of Carmel College, a Jewish Public School in England from 1948 to 1997 when it closed. The author is the son of the founder and was himself H...
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45,54 zł |
Becoming Frum: How Newcomers Learn the Language and Culture of Orthodox Judaism
ISBN: 9780813553900 / Angielski / Twarda / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. When non-Orthodox Jews become frum (religious), they encounter much more than dietary laws and Sabbath prohibitions. They find themselves in the midst of a whole new culture, involving matchmakers, homemade gefilte fish, and Yiddish-influenced grammar. Becoming Frum explains how these newcomers learn Orthodox language and culture through their interactions with community veterans and other newcomers. Some take on as much as they can as quickly as they can, going beyond the norms of those raised in the community. Others maintain aspects of their pre-Orthodox selves, yielding...
When non-Orthodox Jews become frum (religious), they encounter much more than dietary laws and Sabbath prohibitions. They find themselves in th...
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Thirteen Articles of Jewish Faith Everyday: with The Ten Commandments
ISBN: 9781481272438 / Angielski / Miękka / 36 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Now available for you in a very easy to read book are THE THIRTEEN ARTICLES, also known as THE CHIEF PRINCIPLES OF OUR JEWISH RELIGION. Included are THE TEN COMMANDMENTS. These are the articles and commandments upon which we firmly attach our faith. Please examine them and be convinced of their excellence, significance, and importance towards rendering you and all of us properous and happy in this world, and deserving of the bliss in the world to come.
Now available for you in a very easy to read book are THE THIRTEEN ARTICLES, also known as THE CHIEF PRINCIPLES OF OUR JEWISH RELIGION. Included are T...
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And You Thought There Were Only Four: 400 Questions to Make Your Seder Enlightening, Educational and Enjoyable
ISBN: 9789652293664 / Angielski / Miękka / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. One of the main themes of Pesach are the 4 questions that are asked but do not be mistaken, there are still many other questions to be asked and lessons to be learned Joe Bobker addresses amusing and fascinating questions you never thought about or perhaps always wanted to ask, but never did Have fun this Pesach, entertain and enlighten your guests around the Seder table. And You Thought There Were Only Four asks questions, such as: What's the connection between Pesach and the blood libel? Where in the Torah do we first read about the Exodus saga? How many Jews originally went to Egypt?... One of the main themes of Pesach are the 4 questions that are asked but do not be mistaken, there are still many other questions to be asked and le... |
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In my small corner: A journey between faiths
ISBN: 9781470104900 / Angielski / Miękka / 216 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The compelling story of a couple's long journey from a Christian background to becoming Orthodox Jews. The story begins in childhood and continues through marriage, children, enlightenment, amazing experiences through to conversion to Judaism with rejections and trauma along the way. It is a story of the growth of faith and its fulfillment in a changed lifestyle as orthodox Jews. It is a truly inspiring and well written story that we hope may be an inspiration for those people seeking answers to their doubts.
The compelling story of a couple's long journey from a Christian background to becoming Orthodox Jews. The story begins in childhood and continues thr...
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Open Secret: Postmessianic Messianism and the Mystical Revision of Menaḥem Mendel Schneerson
ISBN: 9780231146319 / Angielski / Miękka / 472 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Menahem Mendel Schneerson (1902-1994) was the seventh and seemingly last Rebbe of the Habad-Lubavitch dynasty. Marked by conflicting tendencies, Schneerson was a radical messianic visionary who promoted a conservative political agenda, a reclusive contemplative who built a hasidic sect into an international movement, and a man dedicated to the exposition of mysteries who nevertheless harbored many secrets. Schneerson astutely masked views that might be deemed heterodox by the canons of orthodoxy while engineering a fundamentalist ideology that could subvert traditional gender hierarchy, the...
Menahem Mendel Schneerson (1902-1994) was the seventh and seemingly last Rebbe of the Habad-Lubavitch dynasty. Marked by conflicting tendencies, Schne...
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Theology in Action: How the Rabbis of the Talmud Present Theology (Aggadah) in the Medium of the Law (Halakhah): An Anthology
ISBN: 9780761834885 / Angielski / Miękka / 170 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. While in contemporary culture we tend to resort to a single, if broadly defined, range of discourse for the results of systematic thought about public matters of the social order, this is not the case in Rabbinic Judaism. Judaism's authoritative documents set forth the entire structure of belief and system of behavior in two distinct modes of discourse, Halakhic and Aggadic, or broadly construed, statements of law and lore. Theology in Action shows how the Talmud of Babylonia (a.k.a., the Bavli) account of normative action sets forth in a dual discourse the single, coherent theology of...
While in contemporary culture we tend to resort to a single, if broadly defined, range of discourse for the results of systematic thought about public...
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285,51 zł |