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Summary: A long read...
Review: ..but extremely worthwhile. One of my childhood friends converted to Judaism a few years ago and I bought this book to try and understand more about the life she was choosing to follow. This book never disappoints - it explains in clear language and with the perfect amount of detail. For the reader who wants to learn more, every chapter provides references to more detailed resources. I put this book down with increased knowledge and an increased desire to learn more, perhaps the highest compliment I can give to a non-fiction book.
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Summary: A great way to live!
Review: Informative, simple, and wonderfully organized! A useful addition to any Jewish library. May I also recommend A Little Joy, A Little Oy to get a similar variety of Yiddishkeit! It's so nice to see books about Jewish heritage written in an entertaining style that covers an abundance of topics.
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Summary: Truly A Gem
Review: Several years ago I purchased this book. In my quest to learn more about my heritage I started reading this book again. Upon just finishing it right now, I can recommend it wholeheartedly. There are oh so many great qualities about this book. Probably the greatest aspect is the way it is organized. Main sections consist of an Introduction, Home, Observance, Community, and Life Cycle. Each of these main sections discuss critical aspects of the Jewish religion sucha s keeping Kosher, the Holidays, Shabbat, Jewish Calendar, Jewish Schooling, Bar Mitzvah, Wedding, and other milestone activities. Furthermore, at the end of each chapter, the authors Anita Diamant and Howard Cooper list further readings for both adults and children. This is extremely helpful for anyone who wants to learn more about a specific aspect of Judiasm whether it be the origins of Purim, Jewish Cookbooks, or more informaiton about the different approaches of Judiasm(Conservatism, Reform). The Sabbath(Shabbat) section is especially helpful as many of the prayers and the meanings are explained. Those who do not have a strong command of Hebrew need not fear. The explanations here are to the point and provide enough information to leave you to want to find out more. The sections on the holidays are also very informative. The Community aspect of Judiasm is detailed in a very pleasing way. In the middle of the book, there is a comprehensive listing of service organizations which can be of great assistance to a wide audience. I could sing the praises of Living A Jewish Life for several more paragraphs. The bottomline is that it covers so many topics in an easy to read manner that anyone with even the slightest interest in the Jewish relgion should check out this fabulous book.
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Summary: Wonderful Reference
Review: This book is a wonderful reference for jewish holiday traditions. My rabbi recommended that I purchase this book because he found it to be the most complete and concise books on the subject of holidays. It has become one of the most commonly used reference books in my library. This is a must have for both jewish people and persons interested in learning of the jewish traditions.
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Summary: GREAT BOOK
Review: This book is incredible, leaves you always wanting more. The writing style is easy to read and this book covers anything you would need to know in a basic overall summary of jewish life and traditions. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to get more in touch with their jewishness or anyone considering converting to judaism or interested in the hows and whys of judaism.
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Summary: excellent book!
Review: this book is wonderfully inspiring. it presents jewish values and traditions in a non-intimidating fashion. it's not written like a text. the language is engaging, interesting, and informative. not only is this book a reference on different jewish customs, but it includes reasoning behind each and every one; reasoning that can fit into your lifestyle regardless of faith. it provides numerous ideas for implementing different aspects of judaism into your home. it does this so well that i found myself want to jump into everything all at once. it presents judaism in a new and refreshing light, something that is joyous and most likely you haven't heard before. it also includes wonderful ways to pass on these traditions to kids.
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Summary: excellent book!
Review: this book is wonderfully inspiring. it presents jewish values and traditions in a non-intimidating fashion. it's not written like a text. the language is engaging, interesting, and informative. not only is this book a reference on different jewish customs, but it includes reasoning behind each and every one; reasoning that can fit into your lifestyle regardless of faith. it provides numerous ideas for implementing different aspects of judaism into your home. it does this so well that i found myself want to jump into everything all at once. it presents judaism in a new and refreshing light, something that is joyous and most likely you haven't heard before. it also includes wonderful ways to pass on these traditions to kids.
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Summary: decent, but other books are better
Review: This is a good read. But I recomment "to pray as a Jew" and "to be a jew". This book is a good resource. I dont think it really speaks to the reader very well.
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Summary: decent, but other books are better
Review: This is a good read. But I recomment "to pray as a Jew" and "to be a jew". This book is a good resource. I dont think it really speaks to the reader very well.
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Summary: Excellent
Review: This is a wonderful book. As a recent convert I found it enormously helpful in establishing family rituals. It is easy to read and explains Judaism and its practices in a way that anyone, regardless of level of expertise, can enjoy and learn from. I highly recommend this book to either the novice beginning to practice Judaism or long time Jews who wish to reconnect with the rituals they practiced in the past.
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