Philosophy & Jewish Thought

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  1. The Izhbitzer RebbeHagaon Harav Mordechai Yosef Leiner, zt”l, was a revolutionary Torah thinker. His unique approach continues to inspire those seeking the deepest levels of understanding.

    Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of Izhbitz. Discover hidden dimensions of the parshiyos and Yamim Tovim, drawn from the landmark works of the Mei Hashiloach, Beis Yaakov, Ne’os Deshe, and the writings of Rav Leibeleh Eiger and Rav Tzadok HaKohen. With wit, wisdom, and clarity, Rabbi Schwartz opens a sacred wellspring of Torah that will rejuvenate readers with its transformative power.

    “I can’t see how an inquisitive mind wouldn’t rush to acquire From the Waters of the Shiloach by the revered talmid chacham, Rav Yitzchok Dovid Schwartz, zt”l.”

    Rav Dovid Cohen

    “The sefarim [of Izhbitz] are a great challenge even for those steeped in the study of Chassidus… [Rav Schwartz] dedicated much of the final years of his life to understanding the depths of Toras Beis Ishbitz, so that our generation may be inspired and transformed by the light of this holy beis midrash.”

    Rav Moshe Weinberger Learn More

  2. Nesivos Sholom. One of the most widely celebrated volumes on Jewish thought in recent history.

    The magnum opus of Reb Sholom Noach Berezovsky zt"l, saintly Rebbe of a vibrant chassidic dynasty, the impact of the Nesivos Sholom extends well beyond the tight-knit enclave of Slonimer adherents. Since its publication in the latter half of the twentieth century, Nesivos Sholom has become a standard text in the study-halls and homes of Torah Jews from one end of the spectrum to the other.

    For the first time ever, this modern-day classic is now accessible in the English language. With the release of the twentieth volume - focusing on the messages and lessons of emunah - the English-speaking public can discover what it is about Nesivos Sholom that has captured the hearts and minds of Jewish seekers worldwide.

    Is it the crisp, engaging treatment of such a wide range of relevant topics? The masterful blend of chassidic thought and scholarly analysis, mystical concepts and illustrative narratives, penetrating insight and inspirational messages? Or is it simply the pristine beauty that emanates from the sacred words of an individual referred to by some as the "Mesillas Yesharim of our generation"?

    For the accomplished scholar or the earnest layman; the educator or the parent; anyone - young or old - seeking to advance their Torah knowledge and connection with the Creator - this volume has a wealth to offer. With Hashem's help, these teachings of the Nesivos Sholom will greatly enhance your life. Learn More

  3. Hadrachah for life by Rav Moshe Rabinowitz zt"l

    Based on the weekly parshah

    Rav Moshe Eliezer Rabinowitz zt"l was a beloved rav and mechanech who inspired and guided thousands. His dynamic shmuessen, featuring his trademark wit and vivid stories and parables, were popular among bachurim, yungeleit, as well as ba'alei batim. With his clear, down-to-earth style, he had the unique ability to really "bring a lesson home" with audiences of all types.

    His shmuessen were based on the Ohr Hachaim and the lessons and ideas that Rabbi Rabinowitz had learned from his great rabbeim, primarily among them Rav Chaim Shmulevitz, Rav Yitzchak Feigelstock, Rav Elya Roth, and Rav Chaim Brim, zichronam l'vrachah. He would also sprinkle in stories and concepts that he had heard from the many other gedolim with whom he had forged a close connection. Thus, the shmuessen became known as a solid source of pure, Torah-true hashkafas hachaim.

    Lighting the Way: Hadrachah for Life by Rav Moshe Rabinowitz is a compilation of these much sought-after shmuessen, in written form. In each page, in each shmuess, readers will be able to "hear" Rabbi Rabinowitz's vibrant voice, and the fundamental lessons he taught, coming through clearly. And the inspiration will last long after each piece has been read. Learn More

  4. Rabbi Chaim Aryeh Zev Ginzberg is a beloved rav in Cedarhurst who has engaged thousands of readers with his incisive articles in the Torah world’s most prestigious periodicals. Rabbi Ginzberg has a genius for weaving together personal stories, Torah hashkafah, encouragement and chizuk, communal issues, and, yes, gentle and spot-on mussar.

    In this collection of his writings on many different topics, he takes us “up close and personal” with memories of his own nisyonos — including his terrifying bout with Covid, when the doctors felt there was no hope left for him; as well as the losses of his beloved daughter Sarala and his oldest grandson, Chanoch Jeger.

    Rabbi Ginzberg’s courageous and uplifting responses to these losses — which include his founding of the well-known Ohel Sarala global initiative give us chizuk and meaning to the challenges we all face. Learn More

  5. With over 300,000 copies in print, the Living Emunah series has transformed, and immeasurably improved, the lives of countless Jews. Emunah touches upon every aspect of our lives. It’s about classic Jewish thought. It’s about everyday life and amazing miracles, relationships and parnasah and all the challenges we face.

    Because everything, absolutely everything, comes down to emunah.

    Living Emunah 7 discusses topics like reward and punishment, tefillah, the importance of shalom, hashgachah pratis and so much more – all examined through the prism of emunah, of faith in Hashem. We’ll discover the power of teshuvah to make things better, and why honesty really is the best policy. And we will see the profound love that Hashem has for every one of us, even when we are being tested or challenged by suffering.

    And stories -- so many stories that engage and inspire us. A man faces a $200,000 surgery – that unexpectedly costs nothing! A woman takes care of an orphan, who repays his debt to her four decades later. A problem finding a parking space brings a six year search for someone to an end. In story after story we see Hashem’s Hand, the care and compassion He has for us, and His Presence in every part of our lives.

    Like all the volumes in this beloved series, Living Emunah 7 brings us to a higher level of emunah, helping us stay firmly placed on the path to serenity. Learn More

  6. Collected from the writings of Rabbi Yaakov Abuchatzeira | Includes Insights and Derashos of Rabbi Dovid Abuchatzeira

    Rav Yaakov Abuchatzeira — the "Abir Yaakov" — was the scion of one of the most illustrious Torah families of Morocco. Baba Sali zt'l was one of his grandsons, and Rav David Abuchatzeira shlit”a, the renowned Kabbalist of Nahariya, is a great-great-grandson.

    The Abir Yaakov authored over a dozen works of Jewish thought, kabbalah and halachah. In order to make his works accessible to the general public, a team of talmidei chachamim arranged the Abir Yaakov’s writings by topic, and included introductions, background information, and elucidations. The Hebrew-language work is now available in a flowing and readable English translation.

    The Teachings of the Abir Yaakov — as timely today as they were when the tzaddik first wrote them.

    Topics covered:

    The Gate of the 613 Mitzvos
    The Gate of Prayer
    The Gate of Teshuvah Learn More

  7. On The Weekly Torah Readings With Original Interpretations. Based On Midrashic Analysis And Hirschian Teachings

    Rav Dr. Salomon Breuer (1850–1926) was a talmid of the Ksav Sofer and successor to his father-in-law, Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch, as Rav of the Frankfurt Kehillah, known as Adas Yeshurun. He was founder and Rosh Yeshiva of the Frankfurt Yeshiva.

    Rav Breuer preserved in written form his Shabbos and Yom Tov shul sermons, which included moving inspirational messages and timeless lessons for our people. They were built on original interpretations of the Torah, based on various Midrashic sources. Rav Breuer’s sermons are a rich source of wisdom and exhortation — Chochmo u’Mussar.

    Originally published as separate volumes in German (1930-1936) and in English (1972-1977), this thoroughly revised 624-page volume presents Rav Breuer’s profound and intricate expositons in a clear, modern idiom and a welcome addition to the study of the weekly parashah. Learn More

  8. Harav Moshe Shapiro was one of the most profound thinkers and great talmidei chachamim of his generation. Even after his passing, his shiurim continue to inspire thousands of his talmidim all over the world.

    The Choice to Believe presents the Rav’s shiurim on the mitzvah of emunah, given to a group of talmidim. In these shiurim, the Rav introduces the reader to a world of emunah that most people do not even know exists, a world that the individual creates through emunah in the One who revealed Himself to the nation of Israel at Mount Sinai.

    This book is a guide on how one can acquire the deepest bond between him and his Creator through his emunah, as described in Hoshea: ( וארשתיך לי באמונה וידעת את ה' (הושע ב: כב

    These shiurim were carefully and faithfully adapted into English by his son-in-law, Rabbi Aryeh Feldman, who was a close student of the Rav.

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  9. The Writings of the Rambam - Fascinating Classics from the Pen of the Great Master - Now in English!

    Enter the thought-world of one of the greatest Rishonim — and of other great Rishonim who discussed and critiqued his works. In Kisvei HaRambam, the writings of the Rambam are translated phrase-by-phrase, annotated, and elucidated with additional insights. It is informative, inspiring, and engrossing.

    Kisvei HaRambam includes the Rambam’s famous introduction to Cheilek, the Thirteen Principles of Faith, essays on the Afterlife, Providence and free will, relevant chapters from Mishneh Torah, a letter of encouragement to a struggling Jew, and much more.

    This new ArtScroll commentary to these classic writings brings them to life in English as never before. It’s basic and essential – and it’s a pleasure to read. Learn More

  10. Words Of The Living G-D #2, The Book Of Exodus.
    Religion/Judaism/Kabbalah & Mysticism "Prepare to meet your G-d. because you'll find Him in this book." Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi (1745-1812), founder of the intellectual branch of Chassidism-Chabadis credited with bringing the deepest secrets of Jewish mysticism and Kabbalah "down to earth," so they could be read and understo by even the average person. He broke the paradigm: it was no longer, first yourself spiritually, then you will be fit to study this"; now it was, "study this it will help you to perfect yourself spiritually." The worldwide spread of Chabad appealing to people of all backgrounds, and in every conceivable culture in the centuries since bears elegant testimony to the power of these ideas to tap the very Jewish soul. And yet, written in scholarly Hebrew, these keys to the essential core of Judaism were locked away, untranslated, for almost 200 years. In this series, Rabbi Yitzchok Wagshul, a master teacher, does not merely translate the original material, he clearly explains it in friendly, articulate English for scholar and lay person alike. No background in Jewish knowledge is required; just a willingness to think. If Rabbi Schneur Zalman were teaching today, this book is what he might well say. You will finally understand: • Why is there a Written Torah and an Oral Torah? • From Pentateuch to Prophets to today: Revelation of Torah over time • How to serve G-d by eating • How physical objects can be used for spiritual mitzvos • How to avoid self-delusion and cultivate authentic love and fear of G-d • Symbolism of the cherubs atop the Holy Ark • How brain anatomy reflects spiritual concepts • The love of G-d common to all Jews • What is the "neshamah yeseirah"Learn More

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