Benjamin of Tudela's Travels in Yiddish (Amsterdam 1691) : Inaugural Lecture as Professor of Yiddish Language and Culture at the Universiteit Van Amsterdam on November 2, 2005
Benjamin of Tudela's Travels in Yiddish (Amsterdam 1691) : Inaugural Lecture as Professor of Yiddish Language and Culture at the Universiteit Van Amsterdam on November 2, 2005
The analysis of a Greek political phenomenon within the confines of the so-called colonial city-states of Sicily and Southern Italy is the theme of the present book. On the basis of detailed case-studies covering the revolutions in cities like Croton, Cumae, Acragas and Syracuse, the following subjects are dealt with: social stratification and political institutions, the massive presence of foreigners and non-Greeks within the borders of the polis, the role of mercenaries in the local armies and in city life. An apart chapter is dedicated to the technique of the coup d'�tat, showing how it was determined by the peculiarities of the Greek city-state.
We all live with a deeply rooted desire to understand our unique purpose in this world. That discovery is the key to making every moment meaningful and living a truly empowered life. But are we searching in the right places? The Four Elements of an Empowered Life takes you on a journey inward — to understand your unique purpose and to discover your inner worlds, represented by the four elements of fire, wind, water, and earth. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including classic Torah texts, Kabbalistic works, psychology, and modern-day thinkers, as well as the author’s own personal experiences in Jewish education and outreach, Rabbi Buxbaum presents a close-up look at the constant struggles that are taking place within each of these inner worlds. These pages are filled with practical tools and habits that will help you master the elements and become the greatest possible version of yourself — empowering you to accomplish the mission that only you can achieve in this world.
Have No Fear. Words of Encouragement on How to Overcome Your Frights and Phobias and Have No Fear Anymore.BASED ON THE TEACHINGS OF RABBI NACHMAN OF BRESLOV AND HIS STUDENT RABBI NOSSON OF BRESLOV. By Mohorsh-Breslov
My greatest fear? To get to the end of my life only to realize that I blew it. I missed the whole point of life entirely. Assuming, of course, there is one... One day, I realized that I have to come to an informed decision about life’s most fundamental questions: Does G-d Exist? Is there meaning and purpose to life? If yes, what is it? Otherwise, I would be making my greatest fear a reality. This book is about the most fundamental question of all: Does G-d exist? It is the product of well over 20 years of research and slow, methodical analysis. The claims for and against, the rebuttals, and the counterclaims. All of it. If you, like me, are afraid you may be missing the point - then get this book! Take a journey with me to investigate life’s most fundamental question. See if you agree with my assessment of the evidence and my conclusions. Fear no more.
In 1967, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach established the House of Love and Prayer, an outreach center for Jewish spiritual seekers located in San Francisco. One of its activities was the publication of The Holy Beggars' Gazette, a gathering of Jewish wisdom authored by Reb Shlomo and others. This book brings together the contents of The Holy Beggars' Gazette, and is presented chronologically from its beginnings in 1972 until it ceased publication in 1979.
For the first time discover the Jewish Messiah as believing Rabbi's and Hebrew scholars take you through the Jewish sages, the Hebrew bible and the Brit Hadasha (New Testament) to reveal the identity of the divine Messiah Yeshua. Look at the ancient Hebrew aleph-bet and discover Yeshua and his sacrifice on the cross. This simple to read best selling book is published by The Jewish Institute.com.
The Animal Kingdom in Jewish Thought addresses several areas of life in which the animal world plays a dominant role, all of which are steeped in Jewish law, custom, and tradition. Shlomo Toperoff presents a detailed study of sixty-five different species of animals, all found in the Bible and reviewed in alphabetical order. The first chapter begins by enumerating the laws of the Sabbath and Festivals as they relate to animals. The reader will learn that the Sabbath, the weekly day of rest, applies not only to human beings but also to the beasts of the field. The rabbis of the Talmud discuss extensively the degree to which the laws of the Sabbath may be violated for the purpose of rescuing an animal in danger. From feeding an animal on the Sabbath to putting a fish back into its tank, Jewish law displays a distinct sensitivity to the animal and its dependence upon man for its well-being. Animal welfare, a long-held concern of animal activists and pet owners, finds its roots in the Bible and in Jewish tradition, where mankind is warned not to hurt even the smallest of insects. Naming a newborn child after certain animals is a long-standing Jewish tradition. Toperoff provides an extensive list of biblical characters who have been named after animals. After discussing the various sources of post-talmudic literature that cover animal issues, from the Kuzari to Maimonides to Rav Kook, Toperoff dedicates an entire chapter to Perek Shirah, a small book by an unknown author, probably written in the tenth century, which has three parts: heaven and earth, plants, and animals. All three share one common aim: they all owe their allegiance to their Creator and sing songs of praise unto Him.
A concise, yet in-depth exploration of life's most fundamental question. This book is the product of over 20 years of investigation, reading hundreds of books and articles, and hundreds of hours of organization and editing until it was fine-tuned into a tool for anyone who wants to know and understand the true reality of life. Is there G-d?
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