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Tav is for Torah begins where Bet is for B'reishit leaves off. This fourth book in the Hebrew for Adults series guides students to read, understand, and translate selections from the Torah. Each text is studied over the course of two chapters. Students examine multiple translations of the same text, so they gain an understanding of the nuances of translation and have an opportunity to translate the text themselves. The text is culled for new vocabulary, verb roots, and grammatical concepts that are clearly explained. The reading and translation exercises enhance students' learning, as do the optional enrichment sections, which include a wealth of Jewish knowledge, Torah commentary, and modern Hebrew poetry. Tav is for Torah will help students build the skills necessary for becoming active participants in Torah study, able to learn from both the English and the Hebrew of our central sacred text. Special Features:• Geared towards students who want to take their Hebrew learning to a deeper level • A perfect complement to text study • Format is clear and easy to follow • Enhances knowledge of vocabulary and grammar • Encourages ongoing Hebrew and text study • Ideal for individual study or classroom settings • Extensive glossary included • Teacher's edition available

We are taught to study, to learn, and to let ourselves grow Jewishly. But where does being the "people of the book" get us in the real world? David Wolpe's collection of essays responds to this question by exploring how Jewish values, such as scholarship and compassion, together with Jewish practice, enhance an individual's private and public life. How does Shabbat help deflect us from the pressures of the societal rat-race? How can Jewish learning subdue political unrest? Rabbi Wolpe draws the lessons of this collection from a variety of religious and historical sources, finding the importance of Israel in a Robert Frost poem, the nature of God in the words of Beowulf, and parenting lessons in the fatherly techniques of King David. The essays address diverse topics ranging from assimilation to Zionism to Jewish concepts of life and death. Rabbi Wolpe asks the questions, sometimes profound, sometimes light-hearted, that challenge us to consider how we live as Jews, how our Jewish lives are influenced by our secular surroundings, and how we can develop our Jewish souls by continuing to learn from new sources while remaining open to spiritual growth. Some of these questions include: Is it wrong to admire Kant, Voltaire, and Roald Dahl if they were anti-Semitic? How can we reconcile our American family traditions with our Jewish family traditions? In an evolutionary debate, do God and Steven Pinker stand behind opposite podiums? Do we need such a thing as a Jewish home? A Jewish homeland? Why does Walt Whitman think we should stay awake during the rabbi's sermon? What lessons of aging gracefully can we learn from Rabbi Akiba and Grandma Moses? An ideal gift for teachers, Confirmationstudents, grads, and new families that join the congregation.

Jewish philosophy responds to the challenges of today's world. By studying the ideas of great contemporary thinkers, readers will achieve a rich understanding of our contemporary spiritual needs.

Authentic and moving retellings of the great Bible stories highlight their timeless moral and spiritual truths and apply them to the personal concerns of today's children. The classic narratives come to life for young children in simple words, refined by Jewish scholarship both ancient and modern. Each story is accompanied by: Peshat--"What does it mean?" Drash--"What does it teach?" Remez--"A Lesson about Torah" Contents: Crossing the Sea of Reeds The Supreme Gift An End to Wandering Deborah Judges Israel Gideon and the Trick Samson The Scroll of Ruth Samuel and Saul David in the Days of Saul David and Bathsheba King Solomon Judges Elijah and the Priests of Baal Jonah Jeremiah The Book of Job The Scroll of Esther The Book of Daniel Ezra and NehemiahColorful illustrations that depict the Biblical world Each chapter also contains exercises and activities to reinforce the lessons. The Teacher's Guides feature a special "Teaching the Illustrations" section to help you share each book's art with your students.

This three-volume course is the ideal Hebrew program for English-speaking high school college and adult education students. The only entry requirement is the ability to recognize Hebrew letters and to read basic words. This course requires only one or two hours of class time each week.

With its easy-to-follow format and glorious full-color illustrations this is the ideal choice for a home seder attended by many children or a congregational model seder. In just 40 pages, Family Haggadah presents all the key elements of the seder in a child-friendly way that will charm everyone at the table. Special features include:Vibrant images of ancient and contemporary artifacts and illuminated HaggadotPhotographs of modern children celebrating PassoverSidebars that provide enlightening commentary and thoughtful discussion questionsNew traditions and innovations, including Miriam's CupSuggested techniques for involving young children in the servicePopular children's Passover songs Conduct a proper seder, enjoy group discussion and learning opportunities, and keep the children engaged - all in just 45 minutes!

An examination of Jewish mysticism through the ages. Ten selections drawn mainly from the Zohar challenge and enlighten readers.