Learning Judaism

Judaism is one of the oldest religions in the world, and it has preserved its distinctive identity despite the extraordinarily diverse forms and beliefs it has embodied over the course of more than three millennia. A History of Judaism provides the first truly comprehensive look in one volume at how this great religion came to be, how it has evolved from one age to the next, and how its various strains, sects, and traditions have related to each other.

Your plain-English guide to Judaism. Whether you're interested in the religion or the spirituality, the culture or the ethnic traditions, Judaism for Dummies explores the full spectrum of Judaism, dipping into the mystical, meditative, and spiritual depth of the faith and the practice. In this warm and welcoming audiobook, you'll find coverage of: Orthodox Jews and breakaway denominations; Judaism as a daily practice; the food and fabric of Judaism; Jewish wedding ceremonies.

For more than four decades, Bernard-Henri Lévy has been a singular figure on the world stage - one of the great moral voices of our time. Now Europe's foremost philosopher and activist confronts his spiritual roots and the religion that has always inspired and shaped him - but that he has never fully reckoned with. The Genius of Judaism is a breathtaking new vision and understanding of what it means to be a Jew, a vision quite different from the one we're used to.

So, you want to convert to Judaism? That’s great! You have to understand, though, that Judaism is not only a religion but is also a way of life. Jews consider themselves one big family. You should also brace yourself for a long struggle ahead of you, because converting to Judaism is not a walk in the park. This audiobook will provide you with an excellent introduction to Judaism as well as what to expect during your conversion process, including lots of great tips and pointers.

This book seeks to provide a guided examination of what unites and divides the Jewish, Christian, and Islamic communities. With over 25 years of experience teaching in the subject area, Dr. Fritz Wenisch begins to unravel this complex and often contentious topic by first discussing the legal injunctions applying to religious studies courses at secular U.S. universities. He investigates the type of monotheism each religion shares before providing an in-depth overview of each religion, one by one.

Considered one of the most important texts of early Zionism, A Jewish State envisioned the founding of a future independent Jewish state during the 20th century. Theodor Herzl argued that the best way to avoid antisemitism in Europe was to create this independent Jewish state.

Here is the remarkable story of how this humble language took vigorous root in Eastern European shtetls and in the Jewish quarters of cities across Europe; how it achieved a rich literary flowering between the wars in Europe and America; how it was rejected by emancipated Jews; and how it fell victim to the Holocaust. And also how, in yet another twist of destiny, Yiddish today is becoming the darling of academia. Yiddish is a history as story; a tale of flesh-and-blood people with manic humor.

Discover the stunning power of divination tools like tarot cards, Kabbalah secrets, numerology, and astrology to unravel hidden mysteries and lead a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Winner of the National Jewish Book Award for History. This book discusses the troubling and possibly irreconcilable split between Jewish memory and Jewish historiography.

More than a decade ago, the historian Tony Judt considered whether the behavior of Israel was becoming not only "bad for Israel itself" but also, on a wider scale, "bad for the Jews." Under the leadership of Benjamin Netanyahu, this issue has grown ever more urgent. In The State of Israel vs. the Jews, veteran journalist Sylvain Cypel addresses it in depth, exploring Israel's rightward shift on the international scene and with regard to the diaspora.

Going Kosher in 30 Days teaches those simply curious and those seriously considering going kosher all the whys and hows of kosher. You'll learn everything you need to know, from the early origins of kosher law, to how to bring kosher practice into your daily life. This audiobook contains everything you need to launch your own personal path to kosher observance.

On a visit to Jerusalem, Bruce Feiler has a revelation: the stories of the Bible occurred in real places, places he could visit today. So he sets out on a perilous 10,000 mile journey retracing the greatest stories ever told.

Susan Handelman considers how teacher/student relations sustain and renew the Jewish tradition, especially during troubled times. As a commentary on historical and contemporary educational practices, she asks a range of questions about teaching and learning: What is it that teachers do when they teach? How do knowledge, spirituality, and education relate? What might Jewish models of study and commentary say about how we teach and learn today?

Nearly a decade in the making, this unique compendium summarizes dozens of core Chabad teachings that explain and inspire Jewish faith and observance. Drawn from the vast body of works of the Rebbes of Chabad, it will engage, educate, and inspire readers from all backgrounds. A concise bottom-line, plus an extensive list of follow up references round out this encyclopedic collection that can be read in minutes, yet inspire for a lifetime.

Clear your schedule and explore 2,000 years of thrilling adventures packed with mystery, fascinating personalities, ingenuity, prayer, and unshakable faith! This incredibly fun and exhilarating compilation of vintage stories will leave you breathless as you hear about spine-tingling tests and challenges faced by Jewish heroes through the ages. Exhale and celebrate with them as they emerge victorious against incredible odds.

Celebrating the life and work of Rabbi Yosef Goldstein ("Uncle Yossi"), this series contains even more carefully selected Jewish tales and parables from the unforgettable recordings of Story Time with Uncle Yossi. Drawn from the midrash, Talmud, and Jewish lore, Uncle Yossi's beloved stories instill a love of God, love of the Torah, and love of the Jewish people, planting the seeds for fine character development and personal refinement.

Celebrating the life and work of Rabbi Yosef Goldstein ("Uncle Yossi"), this series contains even more carefully selected Jewish tales and parables from the unforgettable recordings of Story Time with Uncle Yossi. Drawn from the midrash, Talmud, and Jewish lore, his beloved stories instill a love of Hashem, love of the Torah, and love of the Jewish people, planting the seeds for fine character development and personal refinement.

A treasury of Jewish tales and parables from the great collection of Story Time with Uncle Yossi. Celebrating the life and work of Rabbi Yosef Goldstein ("Uncle Yossi"), this series contains carefully selected Jewish tales and parables from the unforgettable recordings of Story Time with Uncle Yossi. Drawn from the midrash, Talmud, and Jewish lore, his beloved stories instill a love of God, love of the Torah, and love of the Jewish people, planting the seeds for fine character development and personal refinement.

Children of concentration camp survivors are also known as "memorial candles" because they are usually named after a relative who was killed in the Holocaust. This is the autobiography of someone who counts the children of Holocaust victims and perpetrators among his best friends. A son of concentration camp survivors, an immigrant from Eastern Europe, a refugee from communism, a systems engineer, an American with many German friends, and some commentary on education, career, politics, some history, some travel, and some personal vignettes.

Want to pick up conversational Hebrew, and fast? Now you can! The Hebrew Survival Guide contains the essential Hebrew phrases and words needed to converse in modern Hebrew. Pick up Hebrew greetings, Hebrew numbers, Hebrew months and days of the week. Money and food-related words and practice phrases for each subject. This audiobook (one out of a series of three) is unique as it focuses on conversational, modern Hebrew and is designed for people who want to learn practical Hebrew, and fast.