Basic Judaism

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  1. In times past, the average Jewish person was born in a shtetl, a small Jewish town,with a local kosher baker and fish market,with pious people in the study halls, and a Rabbi who knew both you (and your grandparents) by name. The spirit of the next holiday permeated the air. Life was rich. People were sincere. Jewish knowledge was simply absorbed from daily life. Tradition was cherished.

    In our own times, the shtetl walls have come down. In Western society, Jewish beliefs and customs are largely ignored - and sometimes scorned. These days, nothing is automatic. Individuals must make their own choices and ask themselves:Does Judaism make sense? Can a modern, thinking person identify with traditional Judaism?

    In this remarkable book, Jewish belief is explained clearly and logically, for both the beginner and scholar, using a wide variety of both ancient and modern sources.This fascinating book shows that there is a rational way of understanding traditional Jewish values.

    About the author:

    Rabbi Taylor serves as the Director of Adult Education and Outreach at the Chabad of Plantation. As an erudite and inspirational young scholar, Rabbi Taylor has become a sought-after educator and speaker.

    Reviews:

    Your book, Pillars of Faith, will enlighten the understanding of all who follow the laws of the Torah, and serve as a source of knowledge and inspiration for those who are seeking a life of truth. --Rabbi Shmuel Kamenetsky

    …an invaluable aid to introduce one to the foundations of Jewish belief and also to inspire and strengthen the faith of those already on the Torah path. --Rabbi Zev Leff

    Impressive… clear and logical explanations of many difficult and complicated subjects. --Rabbi Gedalia Dov Schwartz Learn More

  2. Cultivate your faith with this precious volume. An inspiring collection of stories, insights, and anecdotes on the subject of trust in G-d, culled from Talmudic, Midrashic, and Rabbinic sources, this book puts true faith and trust in G-d in every reader's grasp. This book is a wonderful tool for bringing the joy and comfort of real faith into your life. Vowelized Hebrew text with facing English translation. Learn More
  3. Everything you always wanted to know about raising your son! Shalom zachor and vachtnacht…getting rid of newborn jaundice…garlic, and sugar cubes…cutting those curls…tzitzis, tips for moms…raising your son to Torah and kedushah…going to shul with Tatty—or not?...the Shabbos table, getting white shirts whiter…mind the (education) gap, Tehillim groups and carnivals, boys at play…and, of course, the bar mitzvah. Laugh along with “Footprints on the Wall” from the mouths of boys, sprinkled throughout.It’s the world of boys as seen by someone who’s never been one: Mom. Fun. Upbeat. And sooo interesting. Learn More
  4. This invaluable aid to learning Tanach is used by students around the world! It provides the benefit of owning two sets in one, since each volume features the complete Hebrew Mikraoth Gedoloth plus facing pages contain a concise, modern English translation of the text with extensive commentary. Each and every Rashi is translated, in addition to selections from the Ramban, Sforno, Rashbam, Ibn Ezra, from Talmudic and Midrashic sources, and from numerous other commentaries never before translated. Rabbi Moshe Feinstein, zt"l, gave his unstinting approbation to this now classic series. Mishpatim, Terumah, Tetzaveh, Ki Thissa, Vayakhel, Pekudei. Learn More
  5. The religious person in the modern world – especially the academic world – lives under fire. In every area his views are assailed as outmoded and anachronistic. In the scientific arena, in particular, new discoveries and theories constantly call into question traditional notions. In response, a new literary genre has arisen offering innovative approaches to issues of religion and science. Jewish writers have not been left behind.Torah, Chazal & Science is a unique contribution to this discussion in its emphasis on faithfulness to the Mesorah — the system of beliefs passed down from generation to generation — and on appreciation for the profundity of Chazal (the sages of the Talmud). The author’s thesis is that valid solutions can come only from within the Torah’s own framework. Moreover, remaining true to the classic sources is the best way to let the Torah’s light shine forth. Authentic Torah sells itself.Through this book the reader will gain a new appreciation for the Torah’s truth and beauty. Learn More
  6. Open Your Mind and Dive In!

    Have you ever wondered why people are so interested in listening to stories? Or have you thought about how we can relate to Hashem if we can’t actually see Him? There are so many questions that we have thought about at one time or another, but push those questions from our minds for lack of satisfying answers.

    This book is about revisiting those questions and discovering the depth and meaning hidden in these seemingly simple subjects.

    Spanning a broad spectrum of topics, The Deeper Meaning addresses questions such as "Why do we cry when someone dies?” and "Why is it so hard to be good?”. From bechira to Shabbos, to self-esteem, this book makes for a fresh and thought-provoking read; bound to leave you with more ideas to think about, and a deeper appreciation of our everyday life. Learn More

  7. Funny You Should Think About a Return to Judaism/A Journey From Comedy Stages to the Wisdom of Sages By Richard Morris This book is about priorities. A ship that is changing course will inevitably move forward to another destination. And that course might, indeed, lead that vessel to more inviting and fulfilling waters than at first imagined. Richard Morris is a stand-up comedian and writer who was one of the original writers, and a frequent guest, on NBC's Late Night with David Letterman. He has written a book about his transformation from total devotion to a show business lifestyle, to how he had the chance to realize a deeper, more personal awareness: the story of how he learned about his Judaism again. The spiritual and practical level he had the opportunity to go searching for turned out to be the funny, inspiring and very personal story of his travels, his encounters, and the great clarity that he found. Richard's story is told here. But everyone who is Jewish can apply it to his or her own journey; their own circumstances; their own dreams. Everybody has a story. With Richard's book, non-Jews can also certainly be inspired by this story of Jewish return, to look at their own respective religions in a new, practical, and yes, funny way. It's all about feeling connected to something substantial, of real value, and also about being able to laugh about something that's often looked at as something very serious. Look for this book to entertain, inspire and be revealing. And as it's been said in many Jewish delicatessens through the years: Enjoy! Learn More
  8. From the Appalachian backwoods comes a family so amazing, a story so incredible, and a light so bright — it will illuminate our own lives as well.When Sheryl Youngs married John Massey, she looked forward to a life based on the Biblical principles her parents, members of a small but fervently religious congregation, had instilled in her.What she didn't expect was to be making that life in a shack on a mountain in impoverished Appalachia.And she didn't expect that she would end up living on that mountain, homeschooling her ten children.And she most certainly didn't expect that somehow, incredibly, miraculously, she and her entire family would discover the truth of Judaism, the beauty of Torah - and the Jewish People the entire family would ultimately come to join.This is the story of the pastor's daughter who became a Jew, mother of ten Jews, all devoted to Torah learning and mitzvah observance. It is a story of struggle and search, of searing disappointment and unlooked for hopes, of questions asked and prayers answered.Most of all, it is the story, told in her own words, of a woman whose deep love Torah is an inspiration to us all. Learn More
  9. Torah-Based Psychotherapy and Tools for Growth and Healing Learn More
  10. The Divine Commandments
    The Divine Commandments

    The philosophical and mystical significance of the Mitzvot - the Divine precepts of the Torah - are succinctly explained in this classic essay by a distinguished author and scholar of Chasidism.

    Divine Commandments Provides insight into the power of tangible deed as a means of bringing life and Divine benevolence into the physical world, this brief work answers many basic questions about man and G-d. Learn More

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