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1950s Jewish Life in America
Written by a Jew and about Jews, Commentary on the American Scene, Portraits of Jewish Life in America is a book about the Jewish immigrant experience in America. It was edited by Eliot E. Cohen and published in this 1953 FIRST EDITION by Knopf, New York, using commentary pieces that were first published in a magazine called From the American Scene that was devoted to Jewish affairs and world issues.
In the introduction, David Riseman speaks of what these pieces show of the Jewish group in the American setting –- their origins, their socio-economic status, etc., They also speak, says the editor, of the extra dimension given to Jewish personality and life by the fact that each Jew moves, consciously or not, in the context of a long and special history and a religious-ethical tradition that lays upon him the sense of being ‘chosen’ and creates the tendency –even the obligation, -- to carry himself with a difference. It is this that plays a persistent counterpoint – humorous, pathetic, tragic, farcical –- to whatever Jews do or are!
The book is fascinating reading – and in Good condition, although it is ex lib with the usual library markings. Covers do show some minor edge/corner/spine end wear and sun-fading of the spine and cover edges. There is a 1-inch tear at bottom front of spine. Inside pages are without any apparent defects. It’s a book you’ll enjoy – no matter your heritage! (4146)
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Meet Our Sages
Describing how the sages created the Mishnah, Talmud and other holy books of the oral Torah, MEET OUR SAGES by Jacob Neusner was published in 1980 by Behrman House Publishers, New York.
It was written for students at a 9- to 12-year-old reading level, and in its 128 pages are an introduction to the oral Torah – first, to the ancient sages who formed it; second to the Mishnah, its principal part; and third, to the Talmud, which explains the Mishnah.
Students meet the sages as people, learning what is a sage, how does a person become a sage, what does a sage do, and what does a sage think. Stories and study sheets for them are written in both English and Hebrew.
Condition of the book is Very Good/Fine, with no defects beyond a previous owner’s name label on inside front. There are no apparent defects inside or out!
ISBN: 0874413273
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When a Jew Prays
Part of the publisher’s ‘Jewish Value Series,’WHEN A JEW PRAYS was designed for the young adult reader and provides a Judaic guide to prayer. Discussed are questions of why man prays, different kinds of prayer, formal and informal ways of praying, and the importance of prayer in one’s life.
The 192 page hardbound book was written by Seymour Rossel and published in 1973 by Behrman House, New York. Illustrations – in both color and black/white – are by Erika Weihs. It is written in English, with an index to prayers, list of legends and stories and a list of prayers given in the English versions in the back of the book.
Condition of the book is Very Good, although there is some light edge/corner/spine end wear to the covers. Unfortunately, the final index page has been torn from the book. Still, the remainder is clean, crisp and ready to read!
ISBN: 0874410932
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Being Torah: A First Book of Torah Texts
A collection of stories, commentaries, and exercises based on the Biblical books of Genesis and Exodus, BEING TORAH – A FIRST BOOK OF TORAH TEXTS was written by Joel Lurie Grishaver. It was published in this 1986 revised edition by Torah Aura Productions, Los Angeles CA.
In the 224-page soft cover book are the stories of The Beginnings (Before the First Jew), Stories of Abraham, Stories of Isaac, Stories of Jacob, and the Story of the Exodus. These are crafted so second to fourth-grade students can apply their emerging reading skills to unlock their own discovered meanings in the Torah’s texts. They are true to the patterns, language and style of the original, while limiting the vocabulary and syntactic complexity of the English.
Following each chapter is a set of Commentaries for discussion; A Close Look to help students focus on the messages built out of the text’s narrative; and, at the back of the book, answers to set the direction for additional discussion. Numerous black/white photos illustrate the book.
The book is in Very Good condition, with some edge/corner wear to the covers. Inside pages, however, show no apparent defects.
ISBN: 093387300X
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INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM, MY JEWISH WORLD
Designed for readers ages 4 through 8,MY JEWISH WORLD – AN INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM was written by Robert Thum and Susan Dworski and published in this 1989 soft cover edition by Behrman House, West Orange NJ.
The book’s 159 pages are filled with wonderfully colored photos and illustrations to introduce the young student to the topic. Chapters cover Jewish People (The Rabbi, Cantor, Teachers; Am Yisrael); Jewish Places (The Synagogue, Community Center, Home for the Aged, Summer Camp); Jewish Things (The Bible, Sefer Torah, Objects at Home, Jewish Foods); Jewish Actions (How We Pray, How We Celebrate, How We Remember, Our Jewish Year.)
Condition of the book is Very Good, although a previous owner’s name is written on the front endpaper.
ISBN: 0874414784
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Let’s Learn Prayer
Written by Sol Scharfstein and published in 1985 by KTAV Publishing,LET’S LEARN PRAYERis a textbook/workbook designed to teach prayer not as an isolated skill, but as a function of the total fiber of living Judaism: prayer, customs, Hebrew language and grammar.
Divided into 21 prayer units, the 160-page soft cover book offers exercises that can be performed without knowledge of Hebrew writing. Each of the units is subdivided into four teaching sections, structured to add to and enhance prayer reading, content comprehension, Hebrew language and ethical and valuing skills. They contain vocabulary lists and exercises, prayer units phrased into Hebrew and English with background information on the significance, history, usage and ethics of the prayer.
The book is in Very Good condition, with very minor edge/corner wear to the covers. It was part of a local Jewish education system and has the stamp of that previous owner on the endpaper. Still, an enjoyable, uplifting learning experience for the reader!
ISBN: 0881251895
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Rabbi's Bible: Early Prophets
Volume Two in the publisher’s The Rabbi’s Bible series,THE EARLY PROPHETS, was written by Solomon Simon and Morrison Bial and published in this 1966 soft cover edition by Behrman House, New York. Woodcuts used for illustrations are by Irwin Rosenhouse.
Designed for young adults, the 231-page book discusses Joshua, Samuel, Kings and Chronicles and features an abridged version of the Bible printed as continuous text across the top of the pages, with a continuing keyed commentary at the bottoms. These reinforce once another and weave together their separate strands of 3,000 years of Jewish wisdom and tradition.
The author notes that the Bible ‘never tells a story for its own sake, nor delivers stirring poetry for poetic grandeur alone; each verse is meant to teach a lesson, point a moral, record an important event or folk memory in the history of the Jewish people.’ With that in mind, he includes law, history, ritual and ceremony – ‘everything that bears on God and the Covenant, on ethical precepts and moral conduct, for there lies the Bible’s central core and wisdom: Live rightly or die.’
The book is in Very Good condition, although there is some edge/corner wear to the covers and some light pencil marks on the back. Inside pages show no apparent defects.
ISBN: 0874410231
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Basic Judaism: The Torah
Written particularly for students ages 9 through 12, BASIC JUDAISM FOR YOUNG PEOPLE, VOLUME 2: TORAH was published in 1986 by Behrman House Publishing, West Orange NJ. It was written by Naomi E. Pasachoff and illustrated by Tony Chen and Jody Wheeler.
The 150-page soft cover book is described as a ‘dictionary of words and ideas of what it means to be Jewish,’ including special information such as when events of history happened and who the important people were. Most of all, it features stories about what it’s like to be Jewish.
Twenty chapters are included, as well as a helpful glossary and index. The color illustrations are wonderfully detailed and chapter summaries and review questions can be used to help the student remember what’s been read.
Condition of the book is Very Good, with no apparent defects inside or out. It’s a delightful book! Others in the ‘Basic Judaism’ series are listed elsewhere here also.
ISBN: 0874414245
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The Mitzvot: The Commandments and Their Rationale
Described as a pioneering study in the English language of the traditional rationale behind the 613 Commandments (Mitzvot) in the Torah (the five books of Moses), THE MITZVOT: THE COMMANDMENTS AND THEIR RATIONALE was written by Abraham Chill and published in this 1974 hardbound edition by Keter Books, Jerusalem. It was printed in Israel.
The author draws on the considerable Hebrew literature to present the interpretations of the great rabbinical thinkers on each Commandment through the ages. Excerpts from the key commentaries are given in English translation.
The 508-page book is indexed and provides a ready reference for systematic study of the Mitzvot and for the layman requiring additional information on a particular Commandment. According to tradition, the observation of these 613 Commandments constitutes the basis of the Jewish way of life.
Condition of the book is Very Good, although there is some light wear on edges and corners. It is ex lib from a local Jewish educational institution and has the usual library markings on page edges and a card pocket in the front. The dust jacket is present and shows some edge and corner wear. Still, it’s a great book in very useful condition!
ISBN: 0706514637
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My Jewish Year: Celebrating Our Holidays
Full-color photos, illustrations, games, and puzzles make MY JEWISH YEAR: CELEBRATING OUR HOLIDAYS an irresistible book on the Jewish holidays for seven- and eight-year olds. Written by Adam Fisher and published in this 1993 soft cover edition by Behrman House, West Orange NJ, the 160-page book was designed for ages 4 to 8.
Stories for each holiday are presented along with the traditional symbols, rituals, and legends. Holidays included: Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simhat Torah, Shabbat, Hanukkah, Tu B'Shevat, Purim, Passover, Yom Hashoah, Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Israel Independence Day) and Shavuot . Space is provided for the reader to add his/her own drawings and answers to questions about the holidays.
This book is a great one – and in AS NEW condition with no apparent defects inside or out. A timely – enjoyable – gift book!
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