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Explores the timely and controversial question of "Who is a Jew?" with leaders from all parts of the Jewish world, eminent scholars and other from all spectrums of belief.

The first time in a science fiction and fantasy collection that the Jewish People-and the richness of their particular points of view-appear without a mask. A showpiece of Jewish wit, culture, and lore, blending humor and sadness, cynicism and faith.

Deepen your understanding, harness the power of the Infinite inside you, and connect to your own soul. This unique guide to the nature of both physical and spiritual reality explores the body''s energy centers, the many dimensions of the soul, the Divine nature, and the unfolding relationship between the lower and the higher realms.

A brilliant blending of modern midrash and the life stages of developmental psychology. Brings to life the leading figures of Genesis to speak directly to us, telling their spiritual and emotional journeys and inhabiting the wisdom of the ancient texts.

Presents a selection of Vivekananda's most inspiring lectures and a glimpse of his life through newspaper reports from the time, personal reminiscences from disciples and others close to him, and impressions of his life and message from world leaders.

A rabbi, a psychiatrist and many recovering Jewish people present a Jewish perspective on the Twelve Steps. Traditional and contemporary Jewish sources and stories of personal experience offer consolation, inspiration and motivation for recovery.

With honesty, humor and respect¿and without pretending to have all the answers¿Rabbi Feinstein encourages young people to tackle their tough questions about the world and to make sense of the Jewish tradition by wrestling with what we don't understand.

Explores the inner torments and religious quest of one of Hasidism's major figures, providing an important key to making his teachings accessible. Unlocks the great themes of spiritual searching that make Nahman a figure of universal religious importance.

Gives us an invaluable key to understanding the intersection of ecology and Judaism and offers the wisdom of Judaism in dealing with the present environmental crisis. Volume 2 covers Zionism: One Land, Two Peoples; and Eco-Judaism: One Earth, Many Peoples.

Gives us an invaluable key to understanding the intersection of ecology and Judaism and offers the wisdom of Judaism in dealing with the present environmental crisis. Volume 2 covers Zionism: One Land, Two Peoples; and Eco-Judaism: One Earth, Many Peoples.

A Personal Journey in to Sufism, Buddhism, and JudaismHere is an insider's look at a spectrum of mystical tradition—by someone who is remarkably fluent in the language of each. Three Gates to Meditation Practice chornicles more than fifteen years int he spiritual journey of "post-denominational rabbi" David A. Cooper and his wife, Shoshana—years that led the Coopers everywhere from a secluded mountain hut in New Mexico to the Sinai desert, from chanting Sufi dhikr and meditating with Buddhist master to studying Kabbalah and esoteric Judaism in the Old City of Jerusalem. The Coopers' story is an intimate account of what intensive spiritual practice is like, with an ultimate message that is supremely inspiring: The spiritual path is completely within our reach, whoever, we are, whatever we do, as long as we are willing to try.

Learn and laugh with these women of the church, bound together by a deep commitment to ministry. Over fifty clergywomen representing fourteen denominations explore their holy-and unflinchingly human-moments as they juggle the sometimes isolating expectations from their congregations and the shared realities, graces and humor of everyday life.

With humor and insight, Dr. Arthur Green explains the meaning, history and origin of over 150 core Hebrew words, laying out the basic vocabulary of Jewish communal and religious identity. A highly readable, enlightening and entertaining "Jewish primer."

For the first time, contemporary Jewish women's writings on the Passover seder are gathered in one sourcebook-a powerful resource for planning a women's seder or infusing a Passover celebration with the creative and courageous voices of Jewish women.

Offers sensitive and intelligent wisdom from a woman who learned how awakening to religion can transform-and disrupt-a life. A poignant personal testimony of the discoveries, achievements, and disappointments of a woman's renewed commitment to her faith.

The timeless account of an anonymous wanderer who set out on a journey across nineteenth-century Russia with nothing but a backpack, some bread, and a Bible, with a burning desire to learn the true meaning of the words of St. Paul: "Pray without ceasing."

An accessible introduction to an essential aspect of Judaism. Guided by Dr. Norman J. Cohen, beloved rabbi and professor of midrash, learn the origins and development of Torah and interact directly with the sacred texts of the Jewish tradition.

An accessible introduction to the Jewish concept of our responsibility to care for others and repair the world. Shows the way into an essential aspect of Judaism and allows you to interact directly with the sacred texts of the Jewish tradition.

An accessible introduction to the reasons for and the ways of Jewish prayer. Opens the door to 3,000 years of Jewish prayer, making available all you need to feel at home in the Jewish way of communicating with God.

Examines in detail the tenets of Vedanta, its relationship to other spiritual paths and its applications for your own spiritual journey.

This inspiring handbook incorporates the fruits of a decade-long program investigating the challenges facing modern synagogues to show how crucial deep hospitality is for congregational survival and dives into the practicalities of cultivating openness.

In this charming and wise guide to a well-lived life, beloved teacher Ron Wolfson provides an advance copy of the questions you'll be asked in heaven, encouraging you to reflect on your life goals and providing ideas both big and small for achieving them.

Shows us how transformative change in our spiritual communities is possible, combining expert advice and experiences from congregations throughout North America. A complete guide full of ideas, information and support.

Noted couples therapists Jim and Ruth Sharon draw on over forty years of professional and personal experience to offer useful perspectives, tools and practices to cultivate a soulful relationship with your partner. Combines insights from psychology, the world''s spiritual traditions, and the experiences of many kinds of committed couples.

Reveals how this innovative and dynamic craft can become a practice used to deepen and shape your life. Includes eight original projects with dozens of variations.

How alike and unlike were Paul and Jesus? If there were differences between them, what effect did that have on the growth of Christianity? And how can these differences help Christians today find their way forward in the midst of countless new and creative ways of understanding their religion and their spirituality?