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Q: Will the new edition have the same page numbers as the old edition?

A. The extensive reorganization of the book by parashah followed by the appropriate Haftarah makes it impossible to have the same page numbering system. The new edition makes page finding very easy through the use of Arabic numbering and descriptive running headers at the top of each page.

Q. Will you continue to have both Hebrew (blue) and English (red) opening books?

A. The revised Commentary will only be available with Hebrew opening.

Q. How much will the new book cost?

A. List price for the new edition is $60.00. However, there are significant discounts available for bulk purchases. Please call our customer service representatives for details on our toll-free line which is (888) 489-8242. See ordering page for more information

Q. What are the differences in the Revised Edition from the existing commentary?

A. There are numerous changes designed to make this an easier, more user-friendly book, including, but not limited to the following:

Book is now organized by parashah;
Haftarah follows the appropriate parashah;
Revised edition contains aliyah markers, easier to follow running heads, clearer, more readable cantillation marks;
Hebrew and English translation are side by side to make it easier to follow along;
Revised Commentary and translation for Genesis by W. Gunther Plaut and Chaim Stern;
Kamatz katan distinct from Kamatz;
Heavier, brighter, more readable paper.

Q. Will you keep the existing edition in print?

A. The existing edition will continue to be available for as long as current supplies last. We are unable to gauge future demand as of this time. Financial considerations prevent us from keeping both editions in print indefinitely.

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