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Pirke Avot: A Modern Commentary on Jewish Ethics
Edited and translated by Leonard Kravitz and Kerry M. Olitzky, Foreword by W. Gunther Plaut
Item #: 160502
This edition presents a fresh, new approach to a Jewish classic. Editors Kravitz and Olitzky reinvigorate the study of Pirke Avot ( "Ethics of the Fathers") with bold new insights from many corners of the modern Jewish world. Along with traditional commentaries from Rashi and Maimonides, r...
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Ruth: A Modern Commentary
Edited and translated by Leonard S. Kravitz and Kerry M. Olitzky
Item #: 160520
A chronicle of loss and despair, love, romance, and hope, the Book of Ruth includes themes and lessons applicable to the lives of contemporary readers: rebuilding a life after extreme loss; conversion to Judaism; women's roles, sexuality and legal status; finding love again; and more. This work ...
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Shemonah Perakim: Treatise on the Soul
Edited and translated by Kerry M. Olitzky and Leonard S. Kravitz
Item #: 160508
From the authors who brought you the highly acclaimed Pirke Avot: A Modern Commentary on Jewish Ethics comes another thoughtful work exploring a Jewish classic. This most recent publication, Shemonah Perakim, explores an important work of the twelfth-century scholar Moses Maimonides...
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Shir HaShirim: A Modern Commentary on Song of Songs
Translation and Commentary by Leonard S. Kravitz and Kerry M. Olitzky
Item #: 405312
The Song of Songs, known in Hebrew as Shir HaShirim, is a biblical collection of erotic love poetry, a dialogue between two lovers. It was seen by the Rabbis, however, as a metaphor for the greatest love story of all, that between God and the people Israel.Kravitz and Olitzky's original...
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Kravitz & Olitzky Modern Commentary Series Collection (9 Books)
Item #: 555303
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Each volume in this collection is designed for the reader to learn on their own, in a small stu...
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Taste of Text, A: An Introduction to Talmud and Midrash
Ronald Isaacs
Item #: 405350
In this introduction to the study of Jewish texts, Rabbi Ronald H. Isaacs guides students in the reading, investigating, and questioning of talmudic and midrashic materials. Using many of his favorite ethical texts, Rabbi Isaacs addresses sixteen topics of religious and personal importance. The ...
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Bible Legends: An Introduction to Midrash, Vol. One: Genesis
Lillian S. Freehof with introductions and commentaries by Howard Schwartz, illustrated by Phyllis Tarlow
Item #: 123050
Collecting some of the most appealing and well-known legends from the Talmud and Midrash, editor Howard Schwartz provides introductory notes to stories selected from Lillian Freehof's groundbreaking study of Jewish legends for children.An Audre and Bernard Rapoport book.
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Bible Legends: An Introduction to Midrash, Vol. Two: Exodus
Lillian S. Freehof with introductions and commentaries by Howard Schwartz, illustrated by Phyllis Tarlow
Item #: 123060
Collecting some of the most appealing and well-known legends from the Talmud and Midrash, editor Howard Schwartz provides introductory notes to stories selected from Lillian Freehof's groundbreaking study of Jewish legends for children.An Audre and Bernard Rapoport book.
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Bible Stories for Little Children: Vol. Four (Revised) From Job to Nehemiah
Betty R. Hollender, Illustrated by Martin Lemelman
Item #: 103103
Designed to be used in conjunction with the revised Bible Work and Play series, these simple, easy-to-read volumes are an excellent source for introducing a new generation of readers to the mystery and delight of the Bible and our Jewish heritage.
An Audre and Bernard Rapoport book.
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Bible Stories for Little Children: Vol. Three (Revised) From Elijah to Jeremiah
Betty R. Hollender, Illustrated by Martin Lemelman
Item #: 103102
Designed to be used in conjunction with the revised Bible Work and Play series, these simple, easy-to-read volumes are an excellent source for introducing a new generation of readers to the mystery and delight of the Bible and our Jewish heritage.
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Birkon Mikdash M'at (Mat): NFTY's Bencher: Quantity Discounts Available
Edited by Jeremy Gimbel
Item #: 571400
This groundbreaking publication fills a need for a handy source for Shabbat, weekday, and holiday blessings and songs. Created by NFTY, this attractive, pocket-size volume can be used in the home, the synagogue, camps, youth groups, weddings, and anywhere that Jews gather. Quantity discounts ar...
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Bridge to Our Tradition, A: Pirkei Avot
Nachama Skolnik Moskowitz, Illustrated by Joseph Cooper, Faye Tillis Lewy, Project Editor
Item #: 160504
Finally, a Pirkei Avot textbook for 6th and 7th grade students! Organized thematically, this text by noted educator and author Nachama Skolnik Moskowitz provides students the opportunity to study a selection of essential rabbinic texts. The Hebrew of all texts is included with wonderful t...
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