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Rashi
"The magic spell cast by Rashi on the Jewish nation over eight centuries ago continues to enlighten and enchant us. What is the secret of Rashi's commentary? How can we comprehend Rashi's greatness? The renowned author of What's Bothering Rashi? now presents clear methodological principles for unlocking Rashi's commentary. Rashi: The Magic and the Mystery explicates the analytical tools necessary for probing Rashi's Torah commentary in depth. The reader will find answers to such questions as: Why does Rashi define simple words? Why does Rashi change the wording of midrashim that he quotes? Given that both Rashi and his grandson Rashbam were committed to pshat interpretation, how can we understand the disparities in their commentaries? How do Rashi's goals for his commentary differ from the goals of the Midrash? The student will find here rules never-before elucidated, complete with numerous examples. In addition, the book contains a brief biography of Rashi, illustrating how Rashi's character influenced his commentary. After reading the book the reader will see Rashi's commentary in a brighter light and gain a clearer appreciation of Rashi's genius."
Studying the Torah
The traditional Jew has always accepted the study of Torah as central to his or her way of life. But without the ability to effectively analyze and interpret the text, one misses the opportunity to gain a deep and authentic appreciation of the Torah's beauty and profundity. In Studying the Torah: A Guide to In-Depth Interpretation, Avigdor Bonchek equips the reader with the proper analytic methods to make reading the Bible both a serious pursuit and a pleasurable pastime. In order for the reader of the Torah text to delve into its veiled, but ultimately visible, layered messages, he or she must first learn the appropriate interpretive techniques. These skills are the same as those used by th...
Cbt for Psychotherapists
Avigdor Bonchek, a clinical psychologist, explores how cognitive behavioral therapy and treatment programs that derive from the theory can help solve a variety of psychological problems in CBT for Psychotherapists. Drawing on professional literature and his decades of professional experience, he encourages readers and practitioners to think critically when deciding how to use CBT. In straightforward language, he explains what CBT isand isntand how it differs from other approaches. He also highlights some of the strengths of CBT, including: It takes a here-and-now approach: Knowledge of the patients past is not essential to helping the patient solve his problem. It offers an individualized tr...
Hebrewbooks
CBT in the classroom Dr. Avigdor Bonchek Over the course of the past 25 years Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) has claimed an honored place among the various psychological treatments available in the market. It has become the treatment of choice for anxiety disorders, depression and even improving psychotic behavior. It's most striking and effective application is in schools - with the goal of improving student behavior and academic performance. CBT is a short term process - much more so than traditional therapy. It is a clear system which can be learned by most people in a year or two. It is for these reasons that it is most suited for teachers in order to improve their teaching. The book discusses and illustrates treatment programs for a range of educational problems which include: motivating students, dealing with disruptive students, dealing with ADD and dealing with aggression in schools.
What's Bothering Rashi?: Bamidbar
The study of Rashi, like all of Torah learning, requires serious effort. This notable work enables the reader to meet the intellectual and spiritual challenge of learning Rashi: to appreciate Rashi's unique style and language, and to comprehend the analytical logic that lies behind his brilliant interpretation. This volume focuses on Rashi and Targum Onkelos.
