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Navigating the Journey

Rabbi Peter S. Knobel, PhD
Navigating the Journey Book PDF

Author : Rabbi Peter S. Knobel, PhD
Publisher : CCAR Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2017-12-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780881233025

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This completely revised and updated classic resource serves as an introduction to the Jewish life cycle. The first part of the book uses a question and answer format to introduce ideas about moments in the Jewish life cycle, including birth, Jewish education, bar/bat mitzvah, the Jewish home, marriage, divorce, conversion, death, and mourning. With new essays on topics such as mitzvah, infertility, the ketubah, b'rit milah, welcoming converts, tzedakah, Jewish voices on sexuality, and more, by rabbis and scholars such as Rabbis Aaron Panken, Rachel Mikva, Amy Schienerman, A. Brian Stoller, Lisa Grushcow, Mary Zamore, and Elyse Goldstein. This is the essential resource you've been waiting for!

The Jewish Life Cycle

Ivan G. Marcus
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Author : Ivan G. Marcus
Publisher : University of Washington Press
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780295803920

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In this original and sweeping review of Jewish culture and history, Ivan Marcus examines how and why various rites and customs celebrating stages in the life cycle have evolved through the ages and persisted to this day. For each phase of life--from childhood and adolescence to adulthood and the advanced years—the book traces the origin and development of specific rites associated with the events of birth, circumcision, and schooling; bar and bat mitzvah and confirmation; engagement, betrothal, and marriage; and aging, dying, and remembering. Customs in Jewish tradition, such as the presence of godparents at a circumcision, the use of a four-poled canopy at a wedding, and the placing of small stones on tombstones, are discussed. In each chapter, detailed descriptions walk the reader through such ceremonies as early modern and contemporary circumcision, weddings, and funerals. In a comparative framework, Marcus illustrates how Jewish culture has negotiated with the majority cultures of the ancient Near East, Greco-Roman antiquity, medieval European Christianity, and Mediterranean Islam, as well as with modern secular and religious movements and social trends, to renew itself through ritual innovation. In his extensive research on the Jewish life cycle, Marcus draws from documents on various customs and ritual practices, offering reassessments of original sources and scholarly literature. Marcus’s survey is the first comprehensive study of the rites of the Jewish life cycle since Hayyim Schauss's The Lifetime of the Jew was published in 1950, written for Jewish readers. Marcus’s book addresses a broader audience and is designed to appeal to scholars and interested readers.

Rites of Passage

Ronald H. Isaacs
Rites of Passage Book PDF

Author : Ronald H. Isaacs
Publisher : KTAV Publishing House, Inc.
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0881254223

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Rites of Passage by Ronald H. Isaacs Pdf

Covers the more traditional life cycle ceremonies, such as Brit milah, Pidyon haben, and Bar and bat mitzvah. also introduces some new life cycle rituals and ceremonies, such as a Simchat bat and a Jewish adoption ceremony

Teaching Jewish Life Cycle

Barbara Binder Kadden,Bruce Kadden
Teaching Jewish Life Cycle Book PDF

Author : Barbara Binder Kadden,Bruce Kadden
Publisher : Behrman House, Inc
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Education
ISBN : 0867050403

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Teaching Jewish Life Cycle by Barbara Binder Kadden,Bruce Kadden Pdf

Background information on every stage of life; covers every Jewish life cycle event from birth to death; insights from Jewish tradition; hundreds of creative activities for all ages.

Living Jewish Life Cycle

Goldie Milgram
Living Jewish Life Cycle Book PDF

Author : Goldie Milgram
Publisher : Jewish Lights Publishing
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781580233354

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The spiritual tools you can use to infuse Jewish life cycle ceremonies with meaning, integrity and joy.

Journey of a Lifetime

Rahel Musleah
Journey of a Lifetime Book PDF

Author : Rahel Musleah
Publisher : Behrman House, Inc
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0874416310

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Journey of a Lifetime by Rahel Musleah Pdf

Practices and rituals we use to Mark the most significant events in our lives as a Jewish people - from the birth of a baby about to enter our covenant with God, to the traditions that accompany each couple's marriage ceremony, to the rituals of mourning

The Jewish Life Cycle

Daniel Sperber
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Author : Daniel Sperber
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 688 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Religion
ISBN : STANFORD:36105210639394

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The Jewish Life Cycle by Daniel Sperber Pdf

This volume describes the major "rites of passage" of the Jewish life cycle. From birth, through circumcision, to marriage, divorce, sickness, death and mourning, Daniel Sperber presents detailed descriptions of the major customs attending these events. These customs are examined in light of their original sources, their integration and evolution in varying Jewish communities, and the popular explanations given for their practice, both historically and today. This book draws on the whole spectrum of rabbinic literature, comparing its stories and explanations with folk beliefs of other cultures throughout the world. Sperber makes use of a wide range of resources--medieval and modern, legal, folkloristic, anthropological and literary-in his discussion of customs, proving that Jewish communities were never isolated from their environment. He also examines in depth the earliest origins of many of our well-known and commonly practiced Jewish customs. This book makes use of iconographic material found in illustrated books written by non-Jews describing Jewish practice. These illustrations are analyzed in detail, constituting yet another rich source for the understanding of the evolution of Jewish customs. Customs, by their nature, are often taken for granted. In this book, Daniel Sperber offers an expert, detailed, and lively analysis of some of the most and least commonly practiced customs in Jewish tradition.

Jewish Passages

Harvey E. Goldberg
Jewish Passages Book PDF

Author : Harvey E. Goldberg
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2003-10-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0520206932

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"Goldberg's breadth of knowledge is particularly impressive. Here is a scholar who has read everything, and has produced a rich, first-rate book that is both comprehensive and accessible, making Jewish customs meaningful even to non-specialists. A scholarly achievement that is also a great bar-mitzvah gift, with tremendous value for anyone in Jewish Studies including rabbis and members of synagogue study groups."—Jack Kugelmass, Irving and Miriam Lowe Professor and Director, Jewish Studies Program at Arizona State University "Sweeping in its reach and richly informative in its details. Jewish Passages offers a treasury of wonderfully interesting information. This is a work that will not be lost. " Samuel C. Heilman, author of When a Jew Dies

The Time of Our Lives

Behrman House,Nina Beth Cardin
The Time of Our Lives Book PDF

Author : Behrman House,Nina Beth Cardin
Publisher : Behrman House, Inc
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 087441718X

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The Time of Our Lives by Behrman House,Nina Beth Cardin Pdf

Discusses major Jewish life cycle events, including their historical background and meaning, as well as a description of the steps involved.

Gates of Mitzvah

Simeon J. Maslin
Gates of Mitzvah Book PDF

Author : Simeon J. Maslin
Publisher : CCAR Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0916694534

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Gates of Mitzvah by Simeon J. Maslin Pdf

This comprehensive guide to Jewish observance throughout the life cycle is the best introduction to Reform Jewish practice available.

The Life Cycle Journey

Behrman House
The Life Cycle Journey Book PDF

Author : Behrman House
Publisher : Behrman House, Inc
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2005-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 086705137X

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The Life Cycle Journey by Behrman House Pdf

Guide students through the Jewish life cycle.ÔøΩ

Jewish Traditions

Ronald L. Eisenberg
Jewish Traditions Book PDF

Author : Ronald L. Eisenberg
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 713 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780827614260

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Thanks to these generous donors for making the publication of this book possible: Miles z"l and Chris Lerman; David Lerman and Shelley Wallock The bestselling guide to understanding Jewish traditions, now in paperback This is a comprehensive and authoritative resource with ready answers to questions about almost all aspects of Jewish life and practice: life-cycle events, holidays, ritual and prayer, Jewish traditions and customs, and more. Ronald Eisenberg has distilled an immense amount of material from classic and contemporary sources into a single volume, which provides thousands of insights into the origins, history, and current interpretations of a wealth of Jewish traditions and customs. Divided into four sections--Synagogue and Prayers, Sabbaths and Festivals, Life-Cycle Events, and Miscellaneous (a large section that includes such diverse topics as Jewish literature, food, and plants and animals)--this is an encyclopedic reference for anyone who wants easily accessible, accurate information about all things Jewish. Eisenberg writes for a wide, diversified audience, and is respectful of the range of practices and beliefs within today's American Jewish community--from Orthodox to liberal.

Circle of Jewish Life

Joel Lurie Grishaver
Circle of Jewish Life Book PDF

Author : Joel Lurie Grishaver
Publisher : Torah Aura Productions
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06
Category : Jewish way of life
ISBN : 9781891662904

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Circle of Jewish Life by Joel Lurie Grishaver Pdf

Grades: 4-7 Circle of Jewish LIfe contains both texts and activities. It enters areas where you need to go, ones that you've never had a resource for before: conversion, adoption, divorce, the meaning of growing old and more. The book is rich in Jewish texts, stories, and opportunities not only to learn the vocabulary of the Jewish lifecycle but to enter into its concepts as well. Make meaning out of the Jewish Life cycle!

The Cambridge Companion to American Judaism

Dana Evan Kaplan
The Cambridge Companion to American Judaism Book PDF

Author : Dana Evan Kaplan
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2005-08-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781139827003

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The Cambridge Companion to American Judaism by Dana Evan Kaplan Pdf

This volume provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to the most important and interesting historical and contemporary facets of Judaism in America. Written by twenty-four leading scholars from the fields of religious studies, American history and literature, philosophy, art history, sociology, and musicology, the book adopts an inclusive perspective on Jewish religious experience. Three initial chapters cover the development of Judaism in America from 1654, when Sephardic Jews first landed in New Amsterdam, until today. Subsequent chapters include cutting-edge scholarship and original ideas while remaining accessible at an introductory level. A secondary goal of this volume is to help its readers better understand the more abstract term of 'religion' in a Jewish context. The Cambridge Companion to American Judaism will be of interest not only to scholars but also to all readers interested in social and intellectual trends in the modern world.

The Tapestry of Jewish Time

Nina Beth Cardin
The Tapestry of Jewish Time Book PDF

Author : Nina Beth Cardin
Publisher : Behrman House, Inc
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0874416450

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The Tapestry of Jewish Time by Nina Beth Cardin Pdf

Rabbi Cardin--writing as a religious leader, friend, neighbor, wife, mother, and daughter--guides us toward a fuller understanding of Judaism. She invites us to become weavers of tradition; to knit our personal stories together with those of our ancestors and our community; and to honor, savor, and celebrate the sacred in our lives. This important addition to the Jewish family library presents detailed explanations of each ritual, along with historical, cultural, and scriptural background. By describing traditional rites as well as contemporary innovations--the Passover seder and Miriam's Cup, baby-naming ceremonies and the practice of wrapping the newborn in a tallit--Rabbi Cardin shows how we can honor and add to our tradition. Supplementary margin notes offer: Examples of ethical wills Personal anecdotes Rabbinic stories, folk tales, and poetry Tips on addressing the December Dilemma Enhancing the volume are exquisite drawings by Ilene Winn-Lederer, a mini-prayerbook of blessings for home observance, and a 20-year calendar of Jewish holidays. Rabbi Cardin invites us to record details of our observance in Personal Weavings--favorite holiday recipes, family rituals, and prayers of the heart--so that the Jewish tradition may be renewed and enriched. The Tapestry of Jewish Time reflects a profound spirituality that inspires us all to contribute to the lush weave of Jewish life.