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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.

While the Hebrew Bible is the cornerstone of Judaism, it is the Talmud that provides many central values for living. The Talmud sets out specific guidelines and lyrical admonitions regarding many of life''s ordinary events and offers profound words of advice for life''s most intractable dilemmas. This accessible introduction to the Talmud explores the essence of Judaism through reflections on the words of the rabbinic sages, from one of American Judaism''s foremost teachers and writers, Rabbi Dov Peretz Elkins. Dr. Elkins provides fresh insight into ancient aphorisms and shows you how they can be applied to your life today. Topics include: Kindness through giving, welcoming and sharing Human relationships Personal values Family values Teaching and learning Life''s puzzles Enlightening and inspiring, the values of the Talmud can be appreciated not just by Jews, but by anyone seeking a greater understanding of life and its mysteries.

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?

Provides you with the tools you need to realize the divinity within yourself, recognize the divinity within others, and act on the obligation to manifest God's infinite compassion in your own life.

Explore the practical approaches, spiritual motivations and physical benefits of an ancient practice that crosses faith traditions. Will answer your questions, allay your fears and reveal how you can safely incorporate fasting into your spiritual life.

Shares helpful insights that will inspire you to begin or deepen your own bowing practice.

Enter into the wonder and mystery of the Sabbath through the teachings of the mystical masters. Offers a wide range of Hasidic writings previously unavailable in English that express the devotional and individual yearning of soulful Sabbath observance.

This easy-to-use handbook provides you with guidance and background for beginning to explore Jewish ritual and practice, and offers creative ways to deepen the meaning of Judaism in your daily life for those experienced with ritual observance.

Leads you through the central themes of both the Qur''an and the collected sayings of Prophet Muhammad, known as hadith. These teachings dispel common misconceptions about Muslim beliefs and offer practical guidance for your own spiritual journey.

With his engaging overview of the sacred times, places and ideas of Judaism, Rabbi Marc Angel gently reclaims the natural, balanced and insightful teachings of Sephardic Judaism that can and should imbue modern Jewish spirituality, drawing on classic sources from the Golden Age of Spanish Jewry and the great mystics of Safed.

The definitive collection of ideas, inspiration and wit by Jewish women, from winners of Nobel Prizes and Oscars to women of the Bible to lesser known but equally remarkable women from many countries, time periods and backgrounds.