The Ten Challenges: Spiritual Lessons from the Ten Commandments for Creating Meaning, Growth, and Ri chness Every Day of Your Life [Hardcover]

Leonard Felder Ph.D. (Author)

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Publication Date: March 11, 1997

In a book that will appeal to readers of M. Scott Peck and Thomas Moore, a bestselling psychologist and author interprets the Ten Commandments in an exciting new psychological and spiritual language that makes them accessible, contemporary principles to live by. 256 pp. Author tour & national publicity. 35,000 print.

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Felder (coauthor, with Harold H. Bloomfield, Making Peace with Yourself, 1986) here reexamines the overlooked wisdom of the Ten Commandments. Referring to the Exodus precepts as the "ten challenges," Felder offers subtle interpretations of each commandment that are more far reaching and difficult to put into practice than the traditional shalt-nots that we've come to take for granted. For example, Felder interprets the sixth precept, usually phrased "thou shalt not kill," to mean that we should take care not to crush any person's spirit, including our own. These ancient commandments take on fresh relevance as Felder illustrates their deeper meanings and possibilities for application in daily life. A sophisticated yet practical addition to spiritual self-help collections.
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In a book that will appeal to readers of M. Scott Peck and Thomas Moore, a bestselling psychologist and author interprets the Ten Commandments in an exciting new psychological and spiritual language that makes them accessible, contemporary principles to live by. 256 pp. Author tour & national publicity. 35,000 print.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 275 pages
• Publisher: Harmony; 1 edition (March 11, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0517705052
• ISBN-13: 978-0517705056
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 5.4 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #568,036 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent advice on how to lead a more balanced life., November 19, 1997

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This review is from: The Ten Challenges: Spiritual Lessons from the Ten Commandments for Creating Meaning, Growth, and Ri chness Every Day of Your Life (Hardcover)

I have been on my own spritual quest for several months now and happened upon his book at the Jewish Community Center Book Fair in Houston and picked up a copy after leafing thru the pages. His perspective on Judaism and the 10 Commandments spoke to a need that has been just below the surface of my consiousness for quite a while. I have found it very easy and rewarding to implement Dr. Felder's ideas into my own life. A must read for anyone struggling with how to cope with our increasingly hectic and overloaded world.

5.0 out of 5 stars Eye-Opener Revisit of the Ten Commandments, January 9, 2010

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This review is from: The Ten Challenges: Spiritual Lessons from the Ten Commandments for Creating Meaning, Growth, and Ri chness Every Day of Your Life (Hardcover)

I was required to read this book for seminary, and I couldn't put it down once I'd begun. I've been non-religious most of my life, and I've scoffed at religious dogma, but Mr. Felder's treatment of the Ten Commandments, in which he makes each one totally relevant for today's life, completely changed the way I think and live. I recommend this book for everyone, not just someone on a particular spiritual path.

5.0 out of 5 stars The Ten Challenges, January 13, 2009

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Excellent book for anyone seeking to gain in spirituality in their search for wholeness. Viewing the Ten Commandments in a different way ... as challenges. Hopefully will enable me to finally overcome childhood 'brainwashing' to accept a loving God and not a God of wrath. Excellent book to discuss in a book group setting with other like-minded individuals.