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  1. Most of us think of avodah zarah as something repugnant, forbidden, and entirely outside our scope of interest. But its treatment in Tanach and by Chazal shows much complexity that we gloss over. Rabbi Klein, a talmid chacham and scholar, does the heavy lifting for us, uncovering what we need to know - and entirely in the spirit of Chazal and our mesorah.

    Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein, Director of Interfaith Affairs, Simon Wiesenthal Center

    Much of the Bible is an attack on various pagan rituals that were practiced by the Israelites and their neighbors… But the exact meaning and nature of what is being condemned and why are shrouded in mystery - with the result that large parts of our own sacred texts are simply not understood. Rabbi Klein is providing a very useful service in filling this lacuna.

    Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak Breitowitz, Rav, Kehillat Ohr Somayach, Jerusalem, Israel

    Rabbi Reuven Chaim Klein once again combines traditional rabbinic scholarship with historical and archeological information to give us a complete and comprehensive treatment of a vast topic… Engaging and informative, this unique book is highly recommended for those who want to gain a deeper understanding of the main obstacle to the Jewish People's relationship with G-d in the time of the Bible.

    Rabbi Dr. Zvi Ron, Editor, Jewish Bible Quarterly

    About the Author

    Rabbi Reuven Chaim Klein is a native of Valley Village, CA. He graduated Emek Hebrew Academy and Yeshiva Gedolah of Los Angeles before going to study at the famed Mir Yeshiva in Jerusalem and in Beth Medrash Govoha of America in Lakewood, NJ. He received rabbinic ordination from leading authorities Rabbi Moshe Sternbuch, Rabbi Zalman Nechemiah Goldberg, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Lerner, and Dayan Chanoch Sanhedrai. He is also a member of the RCA, an alumnus of Ohr LaGolah, and was awarded a summer fellowship at the Tikvah Institute for Yeshiva Men in 2015.

    Mosaica Press published his first book, Lashon HaKodesh: History, Holiness, & Hebrew in 2014, and it became an instant classic. Rabbi Klein has also published papers in several prestigious journals, including Journal of Halacha and Contemporary Society (New York), Jewish Bible Quarterly (Jerusalem), Kovetz Hamaor (Monsey), and Kovetz Kol HaTorah (London). Many of his writings and lectures are available for free on the internet. Rabbi Klein is currently a member of the Kollel of Yeshivas Mir in Jerusalem and lives with his wife and children in Beitar Illit, Israel. Learn More

  2. Exploring the True Meaning of Simchas Hachaim and the Eternal Value of a Yid

    We all know that as Yidden we are required to serve Hashem with joy. More than just a ticket to a pleasant life, it is clear that simchah is an inseparable part of avodas Hashem.

    But how do we maintain a joyful attitude today, when there is so much pulling us down?

    The answer is emunah.

    In the first two books of this series, The Heart of Emunah and The Soul of Emunah, which have impacted thousands, Rabbi Ruven Schmelczer explains that emunah is connecting to ruchniyus and seeing it as the reality. It is knowing that nothing, not even the smallest movement, that a Yid does is insignificant.

    Now, in this third volume - which can be read as a companion to the first two or as a standalone work - Rabbi Schmelczer delves into the different aspects of emunah, using fascinating stories, parables, and sources, augmented by a comprehensive Hebrew footnote section that's a complete limud of its own, to demonstrate that a Jew who has emunah can't help but feel simchah.

    Because when a Yid realizes that he possesses a neshamah sourced in the light of the Shechinah and that his every positive act will generate endless reward-

    When he recognizes that he is completely dependent upon his loving Father, Who takes care of His every need and answers his every cry-

    When he understands that he is a member of the Chosen People, a direct recipient of our treasured mesorah-

    He is filled with the purest joy.

    This is not like the fleeting happiness that results from worldly pleasures. It is true simchah, a joy that's authentic and everlasting.

    A joy born of the realization of how incredibly lucky he is to be a Yid. Learn More

  3. The Cosmic Puzzle is an inquiry into the age-old question of G-d’s reality, with a unique twist. The investigation flawlessly follows the scientific method, the gold standard of modern science, to arrive at a scientific and conclusive answer. Harold Gans, a retired Senior Cryptologic Mathematician with the United States Department of Defense, analyzes esoteric properties of the universe, the complexity of biological structures, and much more. The result is a breathtaking intellectual journey through space and time. Learn More
  4. For all those seeking the truth of Torah, the writings of HaRav Chaim Zimmerman zt"l are required reading. Torah & Rationalism is presented for the two different readers.

    For the Torah Jew, this book will intellectually secure his mind by demonstrating the structure of Torah and Halachah in a rational way. And, for the person who lacks an understanding of Torah, but is seeking the truth. For this individual, this book will provide a unique system of thinking, and challenge the reader with a genuine test of their search. Learn More

  5. בְּטַח בַּה' וַעֲשֵׂה טוֹב שְׁכָן אֶרֶץ וּרְעֵה אֱמוּנָה (תהילים לז, ג)

    Trust in Hashem and do good; dwell in the land and nourish emunah (Tehillim 37:3)

    A person is put in this world to embark on a journey, and what must accompany him is his emunah. Each and every person must explore his world and see in it the existence of Hashem and his dependence on Him.

    The deep, informative, and inspiring shiurim of Rav Moshe Shapiro zt”l on the Rambam’s Thirteen Principles of Emunah achieved wide popularity through the groundbreaking Hebrew sefer Re’eh Emunah. Now, this seminal classic has been carefully and faithfully adapted into English by Rav Shapiro’s son-in-law to enlighten and nourish anew.

    With his profound understanding and comprehensive wisdom, Rav Shapiro explains the Thirteen Principles in a way that gives each individual the ability to embark on his own personal journey and to reveal Hashem in every aspect of his life.

    I put much effort into these shiurim, to formulate them and direct them toward the hearts of the listeners.

    Rav Moshe Shapiro, Foreword to the Hebrew edition Learn More

  6. Rising Above, Overcoming Today's Challenges in Kedushah

    Basic standards of modesty, maintained in previous generations, have been breached and eliminated in today's world. Wherever we are, we find ourselves tested in matters of kedushah.

    Rising Above addresses this head-on - speaking to everyone, and not just to those who have stumbled. Among the topics addressed are:

    • Why is preserving our kedushah so fundamental to Judaism?
    • From where can we draw the strength to resist what is so easily accessible?
    • What strategies are there for tackling the dangers of modern technology?
    • Why was this challenge given specifically to our generation?

    Everyone is part of this battle for kedushah. Each Jew must learn about the dangers brought about by the "Digital Revolution" - in order to deal effectively with the tests, he confronts in his daily life. This groundbreaking work provides the information and tools for doing just that.

    Approbations:

    "It is well recognized that one of the greatest threats nowadays to the Jewish way of life is the Internet and the smartphone which connects to it. The Internet has made it possible for people to engage in improper activities without shame and to be overwhelmed by vulgar, anti-Torah values…

    "Rabbi Alexander Mandelbaum has written a book to help people counteract the pull of the Internet and of all illicit cravings. In Rising Above, he presents cogent advice and strategies to enable those trapped by the web of their desires to free themselves…

    "We all owe Rabbi Mandelbaum a debt of gratitude for writing it."

    Rabbi Aharon Feldman, Rosh Yeshiva, Ner Israel Rabbinical College Learn More

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