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Rav Chaim Fasman

A Visionary Rosh Kollel

By: Rabbi Akiva Fox

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Rav Chaim Fasman

A Visionary Rosh Kollel

By: Rabbi Akiva Fox

Chaim Zelig was a child on the move. His father, Rabbi Oscar Fasman, led one kehillah after another until finally settling in Chicago, where he took the helm of Beis Medrash L’Torah (Skokie). Chaim, an outstanding bachur, learned in the yeshiva until his Rebbe, Reb Mendel Kaplan, sent him off to Eretz Yisrael to advance his learning. The Ponevezher Rav chose to prepare his shiurim with Chaim. The Brisker Rav accepted him as one of the fifteen original talmidim in his yeshiva. Rav Aharon Kotler invited him to be his talmid in Lakewood. But the yeshiva that would ultimately define the still “out-of-town” bachur, was Bais Hatalmud. There, Chaim studied under Reb Leib Malin and became the talmid muvhak of Reb Chaim Visoker, who primed him in teaching Torah and understanding people. After his marriage, Chaim set out to fulfill his dream of spreading Torah in America. Rabbi Chaim Fasman did the unthinkable — he left the sheltered confines of the yeshiva world for Los Angeles, California, which he envisioned as a city thirsty for Torah. He founded one of the first kollelim in America and transformed Los Angeles into a flourishing empire of Torah. This is the fascinating story of Rabbi Chaim Fasman, builder of Torah in America.

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1952370906

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Rav Chaim Fasman

A Visionary Rosh Kollel

By: Rabbi Akiva Fox

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A Visionary Rosh Kollel

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The Kabbalah of Time

Revelation of Hidden Light Through the Jewish Calendar

By: Ann Helen Wainer,Rabbi Daniel Kahane

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The Kabbalah of Time

Revelation of Hidden Light Through the Jewish Calendar

By: Ann Helen Wainer,Rabbi Daniel Kahane

Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, the Alter Rebbe, famously stated that we must "live with the times," thereby experiencing the teachings of the Torah related to each week of the year. Similar to the zodiac, where every month has its own symbolism, every week of the Jewish calendar also has a unique meaning. Kahane and Wainer explain that the calendar is the master key to unlock the hidden rationale behind the formal structure of ancient sacred texts, as well as to understand basic mystical concepts. When comprehended within the context of the Jewish calendar, these works reveal the spiritual energy of each week, serving as a practical guide for self-analysis and development. During this annual journey, we will learn to live with greater harmony, happiness and gratitude by learning from the Kabbalah, from age-old Jewish ethical teachings, and even from animals. The objective is to make the reader be in touch with the spiritual powers of each week, thereby improving ones daily conduct and rediscovering the universal song within each one of us: the song of the soul.

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iUniverse

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1475996594

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Judaism, 2nd Edition

A Guided Tour Through the Beliefs, Laws, and Traditions of Judaism

By: Rabbi Benjamin Blech

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Judaism, 2nd Edition

A Guided Tour Through the Beliefs, Laws, and Traditions of Judaism

By: Rabbi Benjamin Blech

One of our most popular religion and history titles - updated and reivsed. This guide contains a complete, authoritative account of the Jewish people - including profiles of Biblical and political leaders - and focuses on understanding the Jewish influence on American and world culture, offering insights into the Yiddish and Hebrew languages, theater, art, literature, comedy, film, television, and more.

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Penguin

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0786542713

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9780786542710

Deep in the Heart

The Groom Who Went to War, Aharon Karov

By: Rabbi Zeev Karov,Zeev Karov

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Deep in the Heart

The Groom Who Went to War, Aharon Karov

By: Rabbi Zeev Karov,Zeev Karov

Rabbi Zeev Karov describes the moments of joy only a father can have on his son's wedding day. Soon after the wedding, his son, Aharon, is called up for duty and leaves to fight for his nation. While fighting, Aharon suffers traumatic injuries from an explosion. Although doctors are sure he will not survive, Aharon defies the odds and overcomes an incredible obstacle. This book is the heartwarming story of an individual who enthusiastically and selflessly jumps into the fray without concern for personal benefit and a nation that rises to a very difficult occasion with grace and extraordinary solidarity. While bringing in proverbs, scripture, and Jewish history to support the actions taken before and after the explosion, Rabbi Karov also uses similar tactics to reinforce his faith and belief in God while his son recovers. Deep in the Heart is about hope and about the faith that has kept the Jewish people alive to this very day.

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Urim Publications

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9655243583

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9789655243581

The Spirit of Renewal

Finding Faith after the Holocaust

By: Rabbi Edward Feld

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The Spirit of Renewal

Finding Faith after the Holocaust

By: Rabbi Edward Feld

Modernity has provided more than enough reason to give up believing in holiness, still we have learned that to give up the struggle to achieve it means that we become less human. As we leave the twentieth century, we discover new reasons to return to old faith. We rediscover an urgent need to defend the sacred, even as our understanding differs from our ancestors. We choose not to retreat from the world, but to struggle within it, to stain ourselves with sin even as we seek to establish the good. —from Chapter 13, “Humanity” The cataclysm of the Holocaust seems to forbid speech. Yet even in the heart of that darkness, sparks of sacredness were kept alive. From these sparks, Rabbi Edward Feld suggests, Jews and others can renew a faith and find a language that recovers the holy even after experiencing the reign of a Kingdom of Night unimaginable to previous generations. In a voice that is engaging, often poetic, Rabbi Edward Feld helps the modern reader understand events that span almost 4,000 years of the history of Judaism and the Jewish people. With rare clarity, insight, and gentleness, he offers a thought-provoking yet accessible study of the way tragedy has shaped Jewish history and the self-understanding of Jews. The Spirit of Renewal explores four key events that reshaped religious expression, two ancient and two modern: the Babylonian exile; the Bar Kochba revolution; the Holocaust; and the establishment of the State of Israel. The Spirit of Renewal shows how, even under the most traumatic of circumstances, Judaism survives, renewing itself and flourishing again. This profound and wise meditation opens the way to a powerful new understanding of the nature of God and the spiritual life.

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Turner Publishing Company

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1580237797

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The Heart of Loneliness

How Jewish Wisdom Can Help You Cope and Find Comfort and Community

By: Rabbi Marc Katz

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The Heart of Loneliness

How Jewish Wisdom Can Help You Cope and Find Comfort and Community

By: Rabbi Marc Katz

Using the wisdom of the Jewish tradition to better understand and deal with the pain of loneliness in our lives and in the lives of those we love. Long description: Loneliness is pervasive in our society but is rarely addressed. It comes in many forms, from the loneliness of loss to that of sickness; from single life to marriage to divorce. In fact, even the most successful among us are not immune. Even achievement can be an avenue to loneliness. Through sensitivity, compassion and insight, this book provides the stories and tools we need to begin addressing loneliness in our lives and the lives of those we love. With masterful storytelling, Rabbi Marc Katz uses the pains of our ancestors to show us the unique ways loneliness appears in our lives. Drawing on the stories of Isaac and Rachel, King Uzziah and Tamar, Jeremiah and Honi, Hagar and Aaron, Rabbi Katz helps readers understand the nuances of loneliness in their own lives. He helps them understand that although their pain may feel like an island, others have walked there before them. Thoughtful insights on loneliness also help family and friends have a better sense of how and why their friends, children, parents and co-workers suffer. Then, using the tools of the Jewish tradition, Rabbi Katz looks at concrete ways as individuals and as community members we may help those who are lonely in our midst. This book is for anyone who is or has suffered from the pain of loneliness as well as those loved ones who stand on the sideline feeling ill equipped to address the alienation they see.

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Turner Publishing Company

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1683366573

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9781683366577

The Transformative Daf- Volume 7 Nedarim 2

By: Rabbi Daniel Friedman

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The Transformative Daf- Volume 7 Nedarim 2

By: Rabbi Daniel Friedman

What if each and every word of the Gemara was life-changing? What if we could see how every single Talmudic debate, every scenario, every idea impacts the way we view ourselves and the world around us? When you first open up The Transformative Daf, you discover a whole new way of looking at the Gemara. No example is random. No debate is tangential. Beneath the surface discussion of every sugya lies an eternal moral message. But then you examine the abundant sources in The Transformative Daf and you realize that this approach is not new at all. Building on classic works such as Ben Yehoyada, Maharsha, Iyun Yaakov, and various Torah commentaries, it’s clear that Rabbi Friedman builds on a rich Torah tradition of deriving meaning and application for daily life. Whether you are baki b’Shas or new to Gemara, every page of The Transformative Daf will inspire you with a lesson for life that is insightful, meaningful, and transformative!

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Mosaica Press

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195757948X

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The Transformative Daf - Moed Katan

By: Rabbi Daniel Friedman

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The Transformative Daf - Moed Katan

By: Rabbi Daniel Friedman

Now that you’ve learned the daf, how will your life be transformed? Whether you’ve been doing daf yomi for years or you’re not quite ready to commit but want to be part of the daf yomi global movement, there’s something in The Transformative Daf for everyone. It’s about joining the conversation. It’s about talking over the daf with your family, your friends, your colleagues. It means never being short of a discussion-starter or a meaningful devar Torah. Every page of the Gemara, every word, every letter, contains the secrets of the universe to achieving a life of simchah and purpose. Transform your life today!

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1952370833

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The Book of Proverbs

A Social Justice Commentary

By: Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz

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The Book of Proverbs

A Social Justice Commentary

By: Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz

The Book of Proverbs, attributed to King Solomon, is a profound collection of Jewish wisdom, song, and inspiration. Yet to contemporary readers, the text can appear vague, ambiguous, and contradictory. In this refreshing and relevant commentary, Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz challenges us to find modern meaning in this ancient text. Using his signature blend of social justice practice and Jewish thought from throughout history, Rabbi Yanklowitz shows how the words of Proverbs are strikingly pertinent to issues we face today. Drawing on a wide range of sources, Rabbi Yanklowitz explores such topics as income inequality, feminism, animal rights, environmentalism, and many more. The author's commentary is paired with the full text of Proverbs--in both Hebrew and an updated, gender-accurate translation--so readers can glean their own insights. Published by CCAR Press, a division of the Central Conference of American Rabbis

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0881233773

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The Magic of Hebrew Chant

Healing the Spirit, Transforming the Mind, Deepening Love

By: Rabbi Shefa Gold

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The Magic of Hebrew Chant

Healing the Spirit, Transforming the Mind, Deepening Love

By: Rabbi Shefa Gold

A few short words—repeated with passion & intention—can unlock treasure upon treasure of healing, wisdom & love "Chant is a path for all of us who lead with our hearts, who are determined to seek out the truth that is buried deep beneath the ground of our lives, and who have made a commitment to live that truth, from moment to moment, breath to breath, 'one little bit at a time.'" —from the Introduction Chant is a meditative practice that fully engages the body, heart and mind, and facilitates healing and expansion of consciousness. Rabbi Shefa Gold, beloved teacher of chant, Jewish mysticism, prayer and spirituality, introduces you to this transformative spiritual practice as a way to unlock the power of sacred texts and take prayer and meditation into the delight of your life. She illuminates the usefulness, benefits and blessings of chant by: Teaching you the theory and foundations of chant—its relation to beauty, pleasure and the deep wisdom buried in sacred texts Providing—for the first time—complete musical notations for many of her popular chants and practical instruction for how to use them to cultivate self-awareness and love.

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1580237479

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9781580237475

Book's by Rabbi Akiva Fox

Rav Chaim Fasman

Rav Chaim Fasman

Rav Chaim Fasman

Rav Chaim Fasman

The Kabbalah of Time

The Kabbalah of Time

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Judaism, 2nd Edition

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Judaism, 2nd Edition

Deep in the Heart

Deep in the Heart

The Spirit of Renewal

The Spirit of Renewal

The Heart of Loneliness

The Heart of Loneliness

The Transformative Daf- Volume 7 Nedarim 2

The Transformative Daf- Volume 7 Nedarim 2

The Transformative Daf - Moed Katan

The Transformative Daf - Moed Katan

The Book of Proverbs

The Book of Proverbs

The Magic of Hebrew Chant

The Magic of Hebrew Chant

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