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The Jewish Book of Why has sold more than three million copies to date and has been translated into several languages. In this bestseller turned Miniature Edition™, scholar Rabbi Alfred J. Kolatch explains the significance and origin of nearly every symbol and practice known to Jewish culture. It's an essential guide for both Jews and non-Jews alike, and will answer a wide spectrum of questions on every aspect of Jewish custom, tradition, and life.
Offering concise, straightforward answers to many questions surrounding Jewish life and practice, Rabbi Kolatch describes practically every symbol, custom, and convention relating to the public and personal life of the Jew, and attempts to dispell prevalent misunderstandings and misconceptions pertaining to Jewish observance.
Utilizes a question and answer format to address over 500 questions frequently asked about the most sacred Jewish text.
Twenty-four Old Testament stories about such familiar characters as Noah, Joseph, Moses, David and Goliath, Ruth and Naomi, and Daniel.
Comprehensive volume on Jewish death and mourning. Question-and-answer format explores the laws, observances and customs that relate to Jewish mourning. Includes a special inspirational section and readings for the bereaved.
"The expressions of Jews and the statements of non-Jews on matters relating to Judaism. While the entries cover the entire span of Jewish history, special attention has been paid to statements made within the latter half of the twentieth century."--Jacket.
Modern English and Hebrew names with an analysis of their meanings and origins.
Introduces Jewish days of celebration including Shabbat, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Chanukah, Tu Bi-Shevat, Purim, Passover, Lag B'omer, Shavuot, Tisha B'av, and Yom Ha-Atzmaut.
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