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A Heart of Many Rooms is a passionate, eloquent collection of essays that praise the diversity of Jewish experiences. Philosopher David Hartman's work is based on his conviction that "[T]he rebirth of the Jewish people in its homeland challenges us to articulate a sober and responsible religious anthropology capable of energizing Jews to assume responsibility for a total Jewish society." Education regarding the variety of religious experiences within Judaism, Hartman says, will equip Jews for assuming that responsibility. To hasten that process of education, Hartman describes various Jewish experiences and brings them into dialogue with one another--orthodox and reform, religious and secular, skeptical and faithful. Although some readers may take issue with the breadth of Hartman's inclusiveness, most will agree with his basic idea of what it means to be a Jew. "My picture of a genuinely religious person is one who is not averse to getting hands dirty," Hartman writes, "one who does not await divine intervention but who experiences God's presence in efforts to discharge the responsibilities he or she feels for the welfare of a total society." --Michael Joseph Gross --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


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In a series of eloquent essays, some published 30 years ago, Hartman (A Living Covenant) celebrates the great diversity that exists within contemporary Judaism. Raised as a Torah-observant Jew, Hartman learned from his early religious teachings that all human beings are loved because they are created in God's image. Early in his rabbinic career, Hartman began seeking ways to reconcile what he saw as the exclusionist tendencies of ultra-Orthodox Judaism, secular Zionists and non-Israelis. Most of the essays collected here focus on the author's "continuing belief in the possibility and necessity of building educational bridges between different sectors of the population in Israel and throughout the Jewish world." In a section on "Family and Mitzvah Within an Interpretive Tradition," he contrasts what he calls two different approaches to Jewish spiritualityATorah and secular spiritualityAand explores the great joy that Torah study brings to Judaism and to the Jewish family. In another section, "Educating Towards Inclusiveness," Hartman advocates creating a shared language for education in Israel and among the Diaspora. Other essays in the collection include a paean to Abraham Joshua Heschel, "A heroic witness to religious pluralism"; an "Open letter to a Reform rabbi"; reflections on the conversion law; and "Zionism and the continuity of Judaism." In each of his essays, Hartman's incisive wit, passionate heart and loving soul animate his desire for religious diversity and understanding.
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Jewish Lights Publishing (November 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 158023156X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1580231565
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #726,887 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Hartman Hits it on the Head, August 19, 2000
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David Hartman has written another very important book that deals directly with the centrals issues concerning the developement of a modern relevant Judaism. He is courageous and bold as he confronts the problems of strict orthodoxy while staying firmly committed to traditional halachic Judaism. Hartman provides hope for a new pluralistic approach to Judaism that is so needed in Israel today.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Terrific, relevant, modern Jewish philosophy, August 1, 1999
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I really enjoyed Rabbi Hartman's latest book. He has a very keen eye for the contemporary Jewish situation. Both philosophically and sociologically. As a current Israeli resident, I can attest that Rabbi Hartman has a fabulous grasp of the current situation in Israel. It was a pleasure reading the book. I strongly recommend it for anyone interested in contemporary Jewish philosophy. And for someone interested in reading someone who is not afraid of posing tough questions about the Jewish situation today.
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