| The Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud Contributor(s): Elkins, Dov Peretz (Author) |
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ISBN: 1580233279 ISBN-13: 9781580233279 Publisher: Jewish Lights Publishing OUR PRICE: $15.29 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2007 Annotation: While the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) is the cornerstone of Judaism, it is the Talmud that provides many of the central values which Jews live by today. We find important ethical principles in the Torah and in the writings of the prophets, but the Talmud fleshes out these bare outlines with specific guidelines and lyrical admonitions regarding kindness through giving, welcoming and sharing; treating others fairly, openly and lovingly; personal values such as humility and dignity; family values regarding marriage, honoring parents, and unconditional love; teaching and learning?the methods, goals and results?and other profound words of advice for life's most intractable puzzles. In this inspiring introduction to Talmudic wisdom, readers will explore the essence of Judaism through reflections on the words of the rabbinic sages, from one of American Judaism's foremost teachers and writers. Readers will come away from reading this book with a new respect and admiration for traditional Jewish val |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Judaism - Talmud |
| Dewey: 296.120 |
| LCCN: 2006103352 |
| Physical Information: 0.51" H x 6.06" W x 8.92" (0.58 lbs) 190 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Jewish |
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| Publisher Description: Discover the Talmud and its universal values for all people. While the Hebrew Bible is the cornerstone of Judaism, it is the Talmud that provides many central values for living. The Talmud sets out specific guidelines and lyrical admonitions regarding many of life's ordinary events, and offers profound words of advice for life's most intractable dilemmas. This accessible introduction to the Talmud explores the essence of Judaism through reflections on the words of the rabbinic sages, from one of American Judaism's foremost teachers and writers, Rabbi Dov Peretz Elkins. Dr. Elkins provides fresh insight into ancient aphorisms and shows you how they can be applied to your life today. Topics include: Kindness through Giving, Welcoming and Sharing; Human Relationships; Personal Values; Family Values; Teaching and Learning; and Life's Puzzles. Enlightening and inspiring, the values of the Talmud can be appreciated not just by Jews, but by anyone seeking a greater understanding of life and its mysteries. |
Contributor Bio(s): Elkins, Dov Peretz: - Rabbi Dov Peretz Elkins, award-winning anthologist, lecturer, educator and author, is coeditor of the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Jewish Soul. Widely published in the Jewish and general press, he is author of The Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud (Jewish Lights), and is editor of Yom Kippur Readings: Inspiration, Information and Contemplation; Rosh Hashanah Readings: Inspiration, Information and Contemplation; and Jewish Stories from Heaven and Earth: Inspiring Tales to Nourish the Heart and Soul (all Jewish Lights). He is rabbi emeritus of The Jewish Center of Princeton, New Jersey, and a former member of the Committee on Jewish Law and Standards of the Rabbinical Assembly and the Council for Jewish Education. Visit his websites--www.wisdomofjudaism.org and www.eco-judaism.org--for more information. Rabbi Dov Peretz Elkins is available to speak on the following topics:
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