Man Is Not Alone: A Philosophy of Religion (Library Binding)

by Abraham Joshua Heschel (Author) "There are three aspects of nature which command man's attention: power, loveliness, grandeur..." (more)
Key Phrases: transitive concern, radical amazement, divine concern, Genesis Rabba, New York, God of Israel (more...)

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"For Jews and Christians beyond the numbering, Abraham Joshua Heschel was a spiritual mentor who changed our lives in ways that we are still trying to understand."--The Reverend Richard John Neuhaus, editor in chief of First Things
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"For Jews and Christians beyond the numbering, Abraham Joshua Heschel was a spiritual mentor who changed our lives in ways that we are still trying to understand."--The Reverend Richard John Neuhaus, editor in chief of First Things

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 58 of 58 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars The classic theological work of the 20th century, December 30, 1997 By A Customer This review is from: Man Is Not Alone : A Philosophy of Religion (Paperback) A profound work that reflects on how man can apprehend God and have an encounter with the ineffable, and the radical amazement that man experiences when experiencing the presence of the Divine. Heshcel's major themes include the problems of doubts and faith; What Judaism means by teaching that God is One; The essence of man and the problem of man's needs. He discusses the definition of religion in genral, and of Judaism in specific, man's yearning for spirituality; Judaism as a pattern for life, and a study of what piety really is. One of the few books to reecive accolades from Orthodox, Conservative and Reform Jews, as well as many Christians. 36 of 36 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars an explanation of religion, April 20, 2003 By  Michael Lewyn (Jacksonville, FL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Man Is Not Alone : A Philosophy of Religion (Paperback) Heschel's book is a description of faith rather than an argument for faith: not an attempt to persuade the faithless, but an explanation of how the religious person thinks. I especially liked his discussion of prayer and ritual; Heschel explains, for example, that set written prayers exist to help us think about our faith as we read them. MUCH easier to read than his more famous book "God In Search Of Man"; I wish I had read this book first. 27 of 29 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars . . . the One who IS . . ., July 1, 2000 By  Jonathan Stone (Colorado) - See all my reviews This review is from: Man Is Not Alone : A Philosophy of Religion (Paperback) A thinking person who doesn't believe in God, someone who is searching for God, or a believer who wants to know God more deeply -- all will be touched by this profound portrayal of "the One who IS." It is a beautifully written treasure of wisdom.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars A must have bok for all who want to LEARN! The late great Mr. Heschel hits this one way out of the park. This book is highly thoughtful and intelligent but not a academically stagnant work. Great addition to any library. Published 1 month ago by doulos Christos 5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, A Hebrew of Hebrews Although I am not Jewish, infact I am an Evangelical Christian, I found this a remarkable book. Heschel was a very gifted man. Read more Published 1 month ago by Daniel Pollin 5.0 out of 5 stars eye opening Man is not Alone is an extremely valuable read for "the searcher" who knows only the modern world of the the 21st century. Read more Published 6 months ago by J. Weissberg 5.0 out of 5 stars A major influence on my life and beliefs I am writing this review forty years after I read the book. A short portion of the book has stayed in my mind so forcefully that it directs what religious faith I have. Read more Published 11 months ago by James B. Martin 5.0 out of 5 stars Catching Up With a Spiritual Classic I first read bits of Man Is Not Alone in the 70s, but only today read through a just purchased copy of this lyrical reflection on religion and doubt, belief and faith, man and... Read more Published on April 8, 2007 by Robert L. Rose 5.0 out of 5 stars wonder If you want to be infused with wonder for the God of the Universe, this book is filled with great aspects and ideas. Read more Published on March 2, 2006 by J. I. Cothrell 5.0 out of 5 stars It is good for Man not to be alone This is a profound work. It is written by a Hasidic philosopher- poet. It is a work of reflections and these reflections require commentary. Read more Published on November 9, 2004 by Shalom Freedman 5.0 out of 5 stars Heschel -- Sustained Value In My Life I first encountered Heschel as a college senior in 1971, when my teacher, Rabbi Morton Fierman of Santa Ana, CA, taught a course in Heschel. Read more Published on March 4, 1999 by Paul Saevig, [e-mail] 5.0 out of 5 stars Provides A Spiritual Mooring No only is this book for the person already knowledgeable about Jewish practise and belief, but it is also for one who has lost spiritual moorings and is looking for meaning and... Read more Published on January 26, 1999 by Sylvan G. Feldstein Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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• Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 143950380X
• ISBN-13: 978-1439503805
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,930,386 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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58 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The classic theological work of the 20th century, December 30, 1997

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This review is from: Man Is Not Alone : A Philosophy of Religion (Paperback)

A profound work that reflects on how man can apprehend God and have an encounter with the ineffable, and the radical amazement that man experiences when experiencing the presence of the Divine. Heshcel's major themes include the problems of doubts and faith; What Judaism means by teaching that God is One; The essence of man and the problem of man's needs. He discusses the definition of religion in genral, and of Judaism in specific, man's yearning for spirituality; Judaism as a pattern for life, and a study of what piety really is. One of the few books to reecive accolades from Orthodox, Conservative and Reform Jews, as well as many Christians.

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars an explanation of religion, April 20, 2003

By	Michael Lewyn (Jacksonville, FL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Man Is Not Alone : A Philosophy of Religion (Paperback)

Heschel's book is a description of faith rather than an argument for faith: not an attempt to persuade the faithless, but an explanation of how the religious person thinks. I especially liked his discussion of prayer and ritual; Heschel explains, for example, that set written prayers exist to help us think about our faith as we read them. MUCH easier to read than his more famous book "God In Search Of Man"; I wish I had read this book first.

27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars . . . the One who IS . . ., July 1, 2000

By	Jonathan Stone (Colorado) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Man Is Not Alone : A Philosophy of Religion (Paperback)

A thinking person who doesn't believe in God, someone who is searching for God, or a believer who wants to know God more deeply -- all will be touched by this profound portrayal of "the One who IS." It is a beautifully written treasure of wisdom.