Daniel B. Syme, a rabbi and author, and Cindy Frenkel Kanter, an author and editor, selected books on Jewish topics accessible to the average reader by asking a host of Jewish readers to submit their personal "top 10" lists. Out of these lists, Syme and Kanter have chosen 100 fiction and nonfiction works on every subject of Jewish interest, from popular novels and humor to history, philosophy, and poetry. They provide a summary of the book's contents, its relevance at the time of publication, and its contemporary significance. This book is the basis for building a Jewish library which you can use, enjoy, and share.
The stories enclosed within this book are, for the most part, true accounts of happenings, experiences, and things I've come to conclude in my life. Keeping in mind, we all usually do learn from our mistakes, I would like to think that some of the things mentioned within may also have happened to you or may help to save you a little time in the future. I hope you like! Sincerely, Daniel
Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his: And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding: He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him." Daniel 2: 20-21. The Book of Daniel is the first apocalypse of the Bible. In 605 B.C., Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon had conquered Judah and deported many of its inhabitants to Babylon - Daniel included. Daniel served in the royal court of Nebuchadnezzar and several rulers who followed Nebuchadnezzar. The Book of Daniel records the actions, prophecies, and visions of the Prophet Daniel. Nothing is known of Daniel except what appears in his book. The first half of the book tells the story of the Hebrew prophet living in Babylon during the exile; the second half is his prophetic vision. The book's message is that just as the God of Israel saved Daniel and his friends from their enemies, so he would save all Israel in their present oppression. Its influence has resonated through later ages, from the Dead Sea Scrolls community and the authors of the gospels and Revelation, the various movements from the 2nd century to the Protestant Reformation, and modern millennialist movements such as Seventh Day Adventism, on whom it continues to have a profound influence. The King James Version Douay-Rheims Version The American Standard Version Bible in Basic English Version Webster Bible Version The Matthew Henry Commentary
Written by a nationally known rabbi, this profusely illustrated keepsake volume is a how-to book on the ceremony and an explanation of the heritage and symbolism in the Jewish wedding. Includes a special section in which to preserve personal photographs and mementos. Color and black-and-white illustrations.
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