This beloved classic, completely revised and annotated for the contemporary reader, explores the holidays, Festivals and fast days of the Jewish calendar and explains their laws and customs. Midrashic commentaries and insights of great Jewish thinkers and spiritual leaders enhance the heartwarming, inspiring text. 3 volume gift boxed set. Individual volumes not sold separately.
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Biblical and Historical Background and Commentaries,
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If one wants to know the how, when, where, and why of Jewish observance, I can't imaging a better source of answers than THE BOOK OF OUR HERITAGE. For ease of use the book is broken down by month and then, chronologically, by days of importance.In addition to presenting biblical and historical reasons for just about everything, it even explains differences in tradition and methods of observance between various Jewish sects. I don't read Hebrew, except at the most elemental level, so I can't speak for the original, but the translation is written in such a clear manner that even the most complex issues are made comprehensible. For someone like me, who is only vaguely aware of many of the less well-known traditions and requirements, this book is a gold mine of information. THE BOOK OF OUR HERITAGE covers all phases of the calendar year, holidays, fast days, days of joy, and days of sorrow. It clarifies both the meaning of the law and the appropriate methods of observance. It gives Rabbinical interpretations and insights of the Sages throughout Jewish history. Until reading the comments contained herein, I never really understood why, as a child, I asked the "Four Questions" at the Passover Seder, and I certainly never understood the deeper significance of the answers I received. Now I do. This is a reference that should be on the bookshelf in every Jewish home.
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A Complete History and Insight into Jewish Lifecycle,
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This is the most comprehensive book on Jewish Lifecycle events that I have read. It discusses the entire Jewish Calendar and reviews ever significant date. In addition, he discusses areas that surprised me, such as Rosh Chodesh (the lunar calendar and celebrating the new month).
The series also covers the intermediate days between holidays and the laws that apply. The detail in which he covers Sukkot and the "Four Species" is amazing". The wonderful part of it all is that the author traces the history of the events, and the pertinent Halacha (Jewish law) all the way back to the time of the First Temple. An excellent, comprehensive work! It is done in a very easy reading style and yet thoroughly covers the subject. This is a resource for someone who really wants to learn about living Judaism!
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A valuable work to enrich your learning.,
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I for many years learned with the Hebrew version of this work , called ' Sefer HaToda-ah.' This book was turned to whenever we were approaching a holiday or time of special meaning. Then the interpretation of KiTov his reading of the sources would greatly enrich our learning. I too believe this should be a part of the library of every Jewish home.
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THE MONTH OF TISHREI HAS THREE NAMES: ha-chodesh ha-shevi'i ["the seventh month" (Vayikra 23:24)], yerach ha-eisanim ["the month of the strong" (Melachim I 8:2)], and Tishrei, the name that came into use after the Babylonian exile. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
fellow kohanim, beis din, beautiful esrog, eruv tavshilin, seventy oxen, aron kodesh, water libation, verse states, exalted guests, seventy nations, second scroll, proper intent, additional sacrifice, month corresponding, golden garments, regular years Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Rosh Chodesh, Kohen Gadol, Land of Israel, Shemini Atzeres, Hoshana Rabbah, Yom Tov, Kiddush Levanah, Shemoneh Esreh, Kol Nidrei, Simchas Torah, Eretz Yisrael, God's Name, Holy of Holies, Yalkut Shimoni, Avinu Malkenu, Days of Awe, Divine Name, Moshe Rabbenu, Shabbos Parashas, House of David, Isru Chag, Mount Sinai, Vayikra Rabbah New!
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THE MONTH OF TISHREI HAS THREE NAMES: ha-chodesh ha-shevi'i ["the seventh month" (Vayikra 23:24)], yerach ha-eisanim ["the month of the strong" (Melachim I 8:2)], and Tishrei, the name that came into use after the Babylonian exile. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
fellow kohanim, beis din, beautiful esrog, eruv tavshilin, seventy oxen, aron kodesh, water libation, verse states, exalted guests, seventy nations, second scroll, proper intent, additional sacrifice, month corresponding, golden garments, regular years Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Rosh Chodesh, Kohen Gadol, Land of Israel, Shemini Atzeres, Hoshana Rabbah, Yom Tov, Kiddush Levanah, Shemoneh Esreh, Kol Nidrei, Simchas Torah, Eretz Yisrael, God's Name, Holy of Holies, Yalkut Shimoni, Avinu Malkenu, Days of Awe, Divine Name, Moshe Rabbenu, Shabbos Parashas, House of David, Isru Chag, Mount Sinai, Vayikra Rabbah New!
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- Book of Our Heritage by Eliyahu Kitov in Front Matter
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- An Encyclopedia of American Synagogue Ritual by Kerry Olitzky on page 54
- The Catholic Passion: Rediscovering the Power and Beauty of the Faith by David Scott in Back Matter
- Girl Meets God: On the Path to a Spiritual Life by Lauren F. Winner on page 288
- Moving Home: My Path to Jewish Observance by Ramona R. Freedman in Back Matter
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