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The Days Between

Blessings, Poems, and Directions of the Heart for the Jewish High Holiday Season

by Marcia Falk ...

Series series HBI Series on Jewish Women
The Jewish High Holidays—the ten days beginning with the New Year Festival of Rosh Hashanah and culminating with Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement—constitute the most sacred period of the Jewish year. During this season, religious as well as nonaffiliated Jews attend synagogue services in unparalleled numbers. Yet much of what they find there can be unwelcoming in its patriarchal imagery, leaving ... Read more

$21.68 CAD

The Jewish High Holidays—the ten days beginning with the New Year Festival of Rosh Hashanah and culminating with Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement—constitute the most sacred period of the Jewish year. During this season, religious as well as nonaffiliated Jews attend synagogue services in unparalleled numbers. Yet much of what they find there can be unwelcoming in its patriarchal imagery, leaving
... Read more
This Is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared

The Days of Awe as a Journey of Transformation

by Alan Lew ...

In this “journey of spiritual transformation” (Publishers Weekly) award winning author Rabbi Alan Lew follows the practices and rituals of the Jewish High Holy Days and guides readers through heartbreak, contemplation, and re-birth.There are times in life when we are caught utterly unprepared: a death in the family, the end of a relationship, a health crisis. These are the times when the solid ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

In this “journey of spiritual transformation” (Publishers Weekly) award winning author Rabbi Alan Lew follows the practices and rituals of the Jewish High Holy Days and guides readers through heartbreak, contemplation, and re-birth.There are times in life when we are caught utterly unprepared: a death in the family, the end of a relationship, a health crisis. These are the times when the solid
... Read more
Return: Daily Inspiration for the Days of Awe

by Brown, Erica ...

In Return: Daily Inspiration for the Days of Awe, Dr. Erica Brown, one of today?s most sought-after Jewish educators, leads the reader on a transformative journey spanning the ten days between Rosh HaShana and Yom Kippur. In her distinct interdisciplinary approach, Brown presents an original guide to teshuva that is both highly scholarly and deeply personal. For each day, the book offers a ... Read more

$8.98 CAD

In Return: Daily Inspiration for the Days of Awe, Dr. Erica Brown, one of today?s most sought-after Jewish educators, leads the reader on a transformative journey spanning the ten days between Rosh HaShana and Yom Kippur. In her distinct interdisciplinary approach, Brown presents an original guide to teshuva that is both highly scholarly and deeply personal. For each day, the book offers a
... Read more
Living a Jewish Life, Revised and Updated

Jewish Traditions, Customs, and Values for Today's Families

by Anita Diamant, Howard Cooper ...

The classic and beloved guide to the cultural and spiritual treasures of Judaism; Living a Jewish Life is a primer on Jewish vocabulary, holidays, life cycle events, as well as a handbook for how to make Jewish choices for yourself and your family in our ever-changing modern world.Living a Jewish Life describes Judaism as not just a contemplative or abstract system of thought but as a blueprint ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

The classic and beloved guide to the cultural and spiritual treasures of Judaism; Living a Jewish Life is a primer on Jewish vocabulary, holidays, life cycle events, as well as a handbook for how to make Jewish choices for yourself and your family in our ever-changing modern world.Living a Jewish Life describes Judaism as not just a contemplative or abstract system of thought but as a blueprint
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The Book of Jewish Food

An Odyssey from Samarkand and Vilna to the Present Day

by Claudia Roden ...

A monumental work that traces the story of Jewish people through Jewish cookingEvery cuisine tells a story. Jewish food tells of an uprooted, migrating people and their vanished worlds. It lives in people's minds and has been kept alive because of what it evokes and represents.From the Jewish quarter of Cairo where Claudia Roden spent her childhood to the kitchens of Europe, Asia and the Americas, ... Read more

$17.99 CAD

A monumental work that traces the story of Jewish people through Jewish cookingEvery cuisine tells a story. Jewish food tells of an uprooted, migrating people and their vanished worlds. It lives in people's minds and has been kept alive because of what it evokes and represents.From the Jewish quarter of Cairo where Claudia Roden spent her childhood to the kitchens of Europe, Asia and the Americas,
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Jonathan Sacks Haggada Essays

by Sacks, Jonathan ...

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth in the United Kingdom offers a refreshing and insightful commentary to the Koren Haggada, together with illuminating essays on the themes and motifs of the Festival of Freedom. Sensitively translated, the traditional texts are carefully balanced alongside the Chief Rabbi's contemporary ideas, in a modern and ... Read more

$4.48 CAD

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth in the United Kingdom offers a refreshing and insightful commentary to the Koren Haggada, together with illuminating essays on the themes and motifs of the Festival of Freedom. Sensitively translated, the traditional texts are carefully balanced alongside the Chief Rabbi's contemporary ideas, in a modern and
... Read more
Yom Kippur Readings: Inspiration, Information and Contemplation

by Rabbi Dov Peretz Elkins ...

A powerful collection of writings about Yom Kippur that will add spiritual depth and holiness to your experience of the Day of Atonement.As Rosh Hashanah ends and you look ahead to Yom Kippur, what do you think about? The familiar melody of Kol Nidre? The long hours of fasting? The days of self-examination? You know that the Day of Atonement is the holiest on the Jewish calendar, but sometimes it ... Read more

$22.13 CAD

A powerful collection of writings about Yom Kippur that will add spiritual depth and holiness to your experience of the Day of Atonement.As Rosh Hashanah ends and you look ahead to Yom Kippur, what do you think about? The familiar melody of Kol Nidre? The long hours of fasting? The days of self-examination? You know that the Day of Atonement is the holiest on the Jewish calendar, but sometimes it
... Read more
The Jewish Festivals

A Guide to Their History and Observance

by Hayyim Schauss ...

Why is the Jewish New Year designated on the Jewish calendar as the first day of the seventh month, and not of the first month? Why do women cover their eyes when reciting the blessing over the Sabbath candles? How did the Seder originate? Does the Book of Esther, read on Purim, mirror any real historical events?Long considered a classic, The Jewish Festivals provides a rich and charming account ... Read more

$7.99 CAD

Why is the Jewish New Year designated on the Jewish calendar as the first day of the seventh month, and not of the first month? Why do women cover their eyes when reciting the blessing over the Sabbath candles? How did the Seder originate? Does the Book of Esther, read on Purim, mirror any real historical events?Long considered a classic, The Jewish Festivals provides a rich and charming account
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Freedom Journeys: The Tale of Exodus and Wilderness across Millennia

by Rabbi Arthur O. Waskow, Rabbi Phyllis O. Berman ...

How does the story of the Exodus echo in our own generation and in our own lives?For us to hear the Oneness of God, we must grow into a place where the cosmic and the political are deeply the same truth.from Part VThe story Jews retell on Passover is about rising up against tyranny, about the triumph of the God who sides with the despised against a resplendent emperor. Exploring how this tale ... Read more

$22.13 CAD

How does the story of the Exodus echo in our own generation and in our own lives?For us to hear the Oneness of God, we must grow into a place where the cosmic and the political are deeply the same truth.from Part VThe story Jews retell on Passover is about rising up against tyranny, about the triumph of the God who sides with the despised against a resplendent emperor. Exploring how this tale
... Read more
Seder Talk Essays

by Brown, Erica ...

Seder Talk gives the reader eight short essays for each day of the holiday. In her signature educational style, Dr. Brown includes art and poetry to engage the reader in the sensory emotions of Seder night in addition to thought-provoking questions and life-homework exercises for greater mindfulness, intention, and inner freedom. Seder Talk introduces ideas from the Vilna Gaon, Stephen King, Rav ... Read more

$3.36 CAD

Seder Talk gives the reader eight short essays for each day of the holiday. In her signature educational style, Dr. Brown includes art and poetry to engage the reader in the sensory emotions of Seder night in addition to thought-provoking questions and life-homework exercises for greater mindfulness, intention, and inner freedom. Seder Talk introduces ideas from the Vilna Gaon, Stephen King, Rav
... Read more
My People's Passover Haggadah, Vol. 2: Traditional Texts, Modern Commentaries

by Rabbi Lawrence A. Hoffman, PhD; David Arnow, PhD ...

A diverse and exciting collection of commentaries on the traditional Haggadah Hebrew text in two volumes and with a new translation designed to let you know exactly what the Haggadah says. Introductory essays help you understand the historical roots of Passover, the development of the Haggadah, and how to make sense out of texts and customs that evolved from ancient times. ... Read more

$22.13 CAD

A diverse and exciting collection of commentaries on the traditional Haggadah Hebrew text in two volumes and with a new translation designed to let you know exactly what the Haggadah says. Introductory essays help you understand the historical roots of Passover, the development of the Haggadah, and how to make sense out of texts and customs that evolved from ancient times.
... Read more
Wings of Faith: Soar Above Life's Challenges

Rabbi Asher Zelig Rubenstein z'l on Shaar HaBitachon

by Yosef Tropper ...

Wings of Faith is a fantastic work, explaining Shaar HaBitachon with answers to life's crucial questions:Why do we need to work ? (pg 73)What is the best way to get brilliant business ideas? (pg 74).What is the best way for a Jew to decide issues? (pg 78)What is the most important principle of fundraising? (pg 288)How can we get a hug from Hashem, our Father in Heaven, every day? (pg 103)What type ... Read more

$7.82 CAD

Wings of Faith is a fantastic work, explaining Shaar HaBitachon with answers to life's crucial questions:Why do we need to work ? (pg 73)What is the best way to get brilliant business ideas? (pg 74).What is the best way for a Jew to decide issues? (pg 78)What is the most important principle of fundraising? (pg 288)How can we get a hug from Hashem, our Father in Heaven, every day? (pg 103)What type
... Read more
Hanukkah Recipes

by Adah A Aarons ...

Celebrate Hanukkah and give family and friends the greatest gift of all at your holiday celebration: an assortment of beloved Hanukkah recipes, including latkes, brisket, walnut cake, and more. Delicious, inspired recipes for your Hanukkah holiday table. ... Read more

$0.89 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Celebrate Hanukkah and give family and friends the greatest gift of all at your holiday celebration: an assortment of beloved Hanukkah recipes, including latkes, brisket, walnut cake, and more. Delicious, inspired recipes for your Hanukkah holiday table.
... Read more
Jewish Answers

by Rabbi Shmuel Jablon ...

Did you ever want to ask an Orthodox Rabbi a question, but didn't know howor where to begin? Rabbi Shmuel Jablon, a young Orthodox rabbi and educator, answers questions from all over the world. He also provides thoughts from sages both modern and classical on the Jewish Holidays. You may be surprised to find your questions here...and even more surprised at the answers! ... Read more

$4.85 CAD

Did you ever want to ask an Orthodox Rabbi a question, but didn't know howor where to begin? Rabbi Shmuel Jablon, a young Orthodox rabbi and educator, answers questions from all over the world. He also provides thoughts from sages both modern and classical on the Jewish Holidays. You may be surprised to find your questions here...and even more surprised at the answers!
... Read more
The Women's Seder Sourcebook: Rituals & Readings for Use at the Passover Seder

by Rabbi Sharon Cohen Anisfeld, Tara Mohr, Catherine Spector ...

With diverse and robust voices, women are reclaiming their place at the seder table. This complete sourcebook and guide shows you how to do it, too.For the first time, contemporary Jewish womens writings on the Passover seder are gathered in one comprehensive and compelling sourcebookan unprecedented and powerful resource for those planning a womens seder and those seeking to infuse their Passover ... Read more

$17.72 CAD

With diverse and robust voices, women are reclaiming their place at the seder table. This complete sourcebook and guide shows you how to do it, too.For the first time, contemporary Jewish womens writings on the Passover seder are gathered in one comprehensive and compelling sourcebookan unprecedented and powerful resource for those planning a womens seder and those seeking to infuse their Passover
... Read more
The Women's Passover Companion

Women's Reflections on the Festival of Freedom

Edited by Rabbi Sharon Cohen Anisfeld, Tara Mohr, Catherine Spector ...

This groundbreaking collection captures the voices of Jewish womenrabbis, scholars, activists, political leaders, and artistswho engage in a provocative conversation about the themes of the Exodus and exile, oppression and liberation, history and memory, as they relate to contemporary womens lives. Whether seeking new insights into the text and traditions of Passover or learning about womens ... Read more

$17.72 CAD

This groundbreaking collection captures the voices of Jewish womenrabbis, scholars, activists, political leaders, and artistswho engage in a provocative conversation about the themes of the Exodus and exile, oppression and liberation, history and memory, as they relate to contemporary womens lives. Whether seeking new insights into the text and traditions of Passover or learning about womens
... Read more
May God Remember

Memory and Memorializing in Judaism—Yizkor

Edited by Rabbi Lawrence A. Hoffman, PhD ...

Series series Prayers of Awe
Engaging and sobering. Traces the development of Yizkor from the original memorializing of Jewish communities destroyed by the Crusaders to the touching service we have today, and reflects on how we remember both personal losses and the martyrs of history. ... Read more

$22.13 CAD

Engaging and sobering. Traces the development of Yizkor from the original memorializing of Jewish communities destroyed by the Crusaders to the touching service we have today, and reflects on how we remember both personal losses and the martyrs of history.
... Read more
Passover, 2nd Ed.: The Family Guide to Spiritual Celebration

by Dr. Ron Wolfson ...

Remember, retell, recreate, and relive the Exodus experiencewith the stories, rituals, foods, and songs of Pesah.This revised and expanded edition of the classic spiritual sourcebook offers updated information, more ideas, and new resources for every aspect of the Festival of Freedom.An inspiring and practical how-to guide, Passover clearly explains all the vital information that you need to fully ... Read more

$17.72 CAD

Remember, retell, recreate, and relive the Exodus experiencewith the stories, rituals, foods, and songs of Pesah.This revised and expanded edition of the classic spiritual sourcebook offers updated information, more ideas, and new resources for every aspect of the Festival of Freedom.An inspiring and practical how-to guide, Passover clearly explains all the vital information that you need to fully
... Read more
In the Narrow Places

Daily Inspiration for the Three Weeks

by Brown, Erica ...

Dr. Erica Brown is one of the foremost Jewish educators of our time. In In the Narrow Places, she brings her extraordinary teaching skills to the subject of the Three Weeks, the period of mourning commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples. For each day of the Three Weeks, she presents a short, inspirational essay based on biblical texts followed by a kavana – a spiritual focus ... Read more

$7.85 CAD

Dr. Erica Brown is one of the foremost Jewish educators of our time. In In the Narrow Places, she brings her extraordinary teaching skills to the subject of the Three Weeks, the period of mourning commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples. For each day of the Three Weeks, she presents a short, inspirational essay based on biblical texts followed by a kavana – a spiritual focus
... Read more
The Day of the Lord and the Coming Kingdom: A New and Biblical Framework for the End Times

by Brandon Emch ...

Learn what the Bible really says about the end times and the day of the Lord Jesus Christ.In The Day of the Lord and the Coming Kingdom, a supernatural and purely scriptural framework for understanding the end times is uncovered. Is it possible to have the end-times waters unmuddied and gain a clearer picture of God’s future plans? For the glory of God, be inspired as the seemingly complex ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn what the Bible really says about the end times and the day of the Lord Jesus Christ.In The Day of the Lord and the Coming Kingdom, a supernatural and purely scriptural framework for understanding the end times is uncovered. Is it possible to have the end-times waters unmuddied and gain a clearer picture of God’s future plans? For the glory of God, be inspired as the seemingly complex
... Read more
Leading the Passover Journey

The Seder's Meaning Revealed, the Haggadah's Story Retold

by Rabbi Nathan Laufer ...

Enrich Your Passover Seder with Renewed Meaning and SignificanceWhether you are planning to participate in, contribute to, or lead a Passover Seder, Leading the Passover Journey will help you relive the Jewish People’s legacy of survival, hope, and redemption, and reconnect with the rich heritage celebrated in this special event.Reclaim the hidden meaning of the Passover Seder. Connect the pieces ... Read more

$17.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Enrich Your Passover Seder with Renewed Meaning and SignificanceWhether you are planning to participate in, contribute to, or lead a Passover Seder, Leading the Passover Journey will help you relive the Jewish People’s legacy of survival, hope, and redemption, and reconnect with the rich heritage celebrated in this special event.Reclaim the hidden meaning of the Passover Seder. Connect the pieces
... Read more
All These Vows

by Dr. Annette M. Boeckler, Catherine Madsen, Dr. Ellen M. Umansky ...

Series Book 2 - Prayers of Awe
The most memorable prayer of the Jewish New Year—what it means, why we sing it, and the secret of its magical appeal.Through a series of lively commentaries, over thirty contributors—men and women, scholars and rabbis, artists and poets, spanning three continents and all major Jewish denominations—examine Kol Nidre's theology, usage, and deeply personal impact. They trace the actual history of the ... Read more

$14.39 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

The most memorable prayer of the Jewish New Year—what it means, why we sing it, and the secret of its magical appeal.Through a series of lively commentaries, over thirty contributors—men and women, scholars and rabbis, artists and poets, spanning three continents and all major Jewish denominations—examine Kol Nidre's theology, usage, and deeply personal impact. They trace the actual history of the
... Read more
Netivot Shalom

Insights on the Holidays and Avoda. Based on the Writings of the Slonimer Rebbe.

by Adlerstein, Yitzchok ...

God’s loving providence has always brought our people the thinkers they needed as times changed. Rav Shalom Noach Berezovsky, the Slonimer Rebbe, brought a rare combination of gifts to his landmark work, the Netivot Shalom.Blending the warmth of the Hassidic approach with the sharp clarity of the Lithuanian yeshiva, the Slonimer Rebbe responded to new intellectual challenges and offered words that ... Read more

$11.58 CAD

God’s loving providence has always brought our people the thinkers they needed as times changed. Rav Shalom Noach Berezovsky, the Slonimer Rebbe, brought a rare combination of gifts to his landmark work, the Netivot Shalom.Blending the warmth of the Hassidic approach with the sharp clarity of the Lithuanian yeshiva, the Slonimer Rebbe responded to new intellectual challenges and offered words that
... Read more
Days are Coming

A Journey through the Jewish Year

by Rahav-Meir, Sivan ...

The cycle of the Jewish year is a journey, taking each of us through a process of growth. Every holiday adds something special to our lives and personalities. In order to truly appreciate the gifts these holidays bring, we need to prepare for them, learn about them, and understand their relevance to our own lives.In Days Are Coming, Sivan Rahav-Meir guides us on our journey through the year: How ... Read more

$11.15 CAD

The cycle of the Jewish year is a journey, taking each of us through a process of growth. Every holiday adds something special to our lives and personalities. In order to truly appreciate the gifts these holidays bring, we need to prepare for them, learn about them, and understand their relevance to our own lives.In Days Are Coming, Sivan Rahav-Meir guides us on our journey through the year: How
... Read more

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