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Lifecycles: Vol.1; Jewish Women on Life Passages and Personal Milestones

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Rabbi Orenstein's book is a gem. She has looked at ritual with a fresh light, and collected essays that are fascinating and useful for those of us who want to integrate Jewishness into the pivotal moments of our lives. The essays are down-to-eath and not pedantic. It's hard to put the book down! The best book on the topic ever!

A treasure. Rabbi Orenstein has not only put together a wonderful, informative, and inspiring book, she has opened up a fresh dialogue within Judaic studies. Surely, this volume of learned women's voices will effect a new and inexhaustable discipline of study. I find myself refering to "Lifecycle's" often.

Rabbi Dera Orenstein's book is a remarkable collection that melds traditonal Jewish values with women's life experiences. It is a valuable resource for negotiating life's blessings and difficulties, being both inspiring and enlightening.

Rabbi Debra Orenstein is such a valuable gem. Her ablity to weave together her deep experience of ancient Jewish tradition, thought and ritual with modern day realities is truly a gift. I recommend these books and her CD's very highly.