Healing of Soul, Healing of Body: Spiritual Leaders Unfold the Strength and Solace in Psalms [Paperback]

Simkha Y. Weintraub (Editor), Sheldon Zimmerman (Afterword)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1994

A source of solace for those who are facing illness, as well as those who care for them. The ten Psalms which form the core of this healing resource were originally selected 200 years ago by Rabbi Nachman of Breslov as a complete remedy. Today, for anyone coping with illness, they continue to provide a wellspring of strength. With a focus on openness, honesty, and personal reflection, the reader is led into the heart, and the healing strength, of each Psalm. To all who are living with the pain and uncertainty of physical illness, these Psalms and the inspiring commentaries that accompany them offer an anchor of spiritual comfort.

Includes: A healing resource for personal use.
Ten complete remedy Psalms, newly translated.
Inspiring introductions & commentaries by eminent spiritual leaders reflecting different movements and backgrounds.

Editorial Reviews

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"Will bring comfort to anyone fortunate enough to read it. This gentle book is a luminous gem of wisdom." -- Larry Dossey, M.D., author, Healing Words: The Power of Prayer and the Practice of Medicine

"provides ten valuable entry-points into the spiritual healing of the Book of Psalms." -- Rabbi Alan Silverstein, Ph.D., President, Rabbinical Assembly

Language Notes

Text: English, Hebrew

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Jewish Lights Publishing; 5th edition (November 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1879045311
• ISBN-13: 978-1879045316
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #730,776 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #90 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Judaism > Prayerbooks

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5.0 out of 5 stars Healing of Soul Offers & Insight & Wisdom, May 23, 2000

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This review is from: Healing of Soul, Healing of Body: Spiritual Leaders Unfold the Strength and Solace in Psalms (Paperback)

Rabbi Simkha Weintraub's book offers a remarkable window into the world of healing Psalms. Gentle, forthright, spiritual and practical, each of the commentators discovers the message of the Psalm for today's contemporary reader. Simultaneously uplifting, thoughtful, and inspiring, it is a living text for Jews and non-Jews, those who are living with pain and illness and those who love them. Easily accessible, it is a companion for anyone who seeks comfort and guidance to deal with life's most challenging moments. It is a beautiful book and testimony to the enduring human spirit and wisdom of the ancient words of tradition.

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful translations and commentary, January 18, 2010

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The variety of translations of the ten psalms of Reb Nachman's Tikkun HaKlali, along with inspired interpretations bring these psalms into bold relief. They become even more meaningful when we believe that these psalms can truly heal the world. They take us to a past when we were all connected.