The Rosh Hashanah Anthology

The Rosh Hashanah Anthology

Author: Philip Goodman

Publisher: U of Nebraska Press

Published: 2018-07

Total Pages: 470

ISBN-13: 082761375X

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Back by popular demand, the classic JPS holiday anthologies remain essential and relevant in our digital age. Unequaled in-depth compilations of classic and contemporary writings, they have long guided rabbis, cantors, educators, and other readers seeking the origins, meanings, and varied celebrations of the Jewish festivals. The Rosh Hashanah Anthology is designed to make the commemoration of the Jewish New Year meaningful as both a solemn and a festive day. Its religious impact, significance, history, and messages are embodied in the great treasures of Jewish classical writings--the Bible, Talmud, midrashim, medieval theological and philosophical works, codes of law and liturgy--and all are featured in this volume. In addition, modern works by S. Y. Agnon, Franz Rosenzweig, Isaac Bashevis Singer, and Elie Wiesel accompany liturgical selections with commentaries, depictions of Rosh Hashanah observances in many lands, detailed programming suggestions, illustrations, and an extensive bibliography.


The Passover Anthology

The Passover Anthology

Author: Philip Goodman

Publisher: U of Nebraska Press

Published: 2018-07

Total Pages: 599

ISBN-13: 0827613903

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Back by popular demand, the classic JPS holiday anthologies remain essential and relevant in our digital age. Unequaled in-depth compilations of classic and contemporary writings, they have long guided rabbis, cantors, educators, and other readers seeking the origins, meanings, and varied celebrations of the Jewish festivals. The Passover Anthology describes the varied experiences of the Jewish Passover throughout the lands and the ages: the story, the many facets of its celebration in the Jewish home and community, the laws and the prayers, the seder plate and the songs, the art and the dances, and--of course--the games. Showcasing modern writings by Winston Churchill, Heinrich Heine, Hayyim Nahman Bialik, and others, the volumeis a rich resource that today's reflective readers will not wish to pass over.


Celebrating the Jewish Year

Celebrating the Jewish Year

Author: Paul Steinberg

Publisher: Jewish Publication Society

Published: 2007-08-01

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 082760842X

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Offers prayers, sources, rituals, and stories to help understand and celebrate the Jewish holidays.


Mishkan T'filah

Mishkan T'filah

Author: Central Conference of American Rabbis/CCAR Press

Publisher: CCAR Press

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 410

ISBN-13: 9780881231069

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Celebrating the Jewish Holidays

Celebrating the Jewish Holidays

Author: Steven J. Rubin

Publisher: Brandeis University Press

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13:

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A unique collection of more than 100 stories, poems, and essays revealing the history and meaning of the Jewish holidays by many of the world's greatest Jewish writers.


Yom Kippur Readings

Yom Kippur Readings

Author: Dov Peretz Elkins

Publisher: Jewish Lights Publishing

Published: 2010-07

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 1580234380

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A collection of readings for anyone seeking a deeper level of personal reflection and spiritual intimacy during Yom Kippur--and a clearer understanding of just what makes this day so holy.


The Yom Kippur Anthology

The Yom Kippur Anthology

Author: Philip Goodman

Publisher: U of Nebraska Press

Published: 2018-07

Total Pages: 495

ISBN-13: 0827613482

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Back by popular demand, the classic JPS holiday anthologies remain essential and relevant in our digital age. Unequaled in-depth compilations of classic and contemporary writings, they have long guided rabbis, cantors, educators, and other readers seeking the origins, meanings, and varied celebrations of the Jewish festivals. Drawing on Jewish creativity from hundreds of sources--the Bible, postbiblical literature, Talmud, midrashim, prayers with commentaries, Hasidic tales, short stories, poems, liturgical music--and describing Yom Kippur observances in various lands and eras, The Yom Kippur Anthology vividly evokes the vitality of this holiday throughout history and its significance for the modern Jew. Literary works by prominent authors S. Y. Agnon, Martin Buber, Meyer Levin, I. L. Peretz, Franz Rosenzweig, Sholom Aleichem, Elie Wiesel, and Herman Wouk also illuminate the spiritual grandeur of the holiday.


Rosh Hashanah and the Messianic Kingdom to Come

Rosh Hashanah and the Messianic Kingdom to Come

Author: Joseph Good

Publisher:

Published: 1991-06-01

Total Pages: 197

ISBN-13: 9780962485800

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ROSH HASHANAH & THE MESSIANIC KINGDOM TO COME is a detailed description of events past, present, & future taking place on Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Mr. Good chronicles the lives of the Biblical patriarchs & their vision of a messianic age. Each Biblical Festival is presented as a part of the blue-print for mankind given from Heaven. The Messiah & His Kingdom are revealed in virtually every custom, ceremony, & commandment found in the scriptures, culminating with His coming at Rosh Hashanah. Other subjects include: the dual concept of the Messiah, the seven thousand year plan of time, the coronation & wedding of the Messiah, & much more. "As you read this fascinating book, you will rediscover the Old Testament & G-d's marvelous plan to reveal His Son in every beautiful Jewish feast & custom. To the honest doubter or skeptic, we urge you to take time to study this book carefully, note the Old Testament prophesies & the accuracy of their New Testament fulfillment." Jan Crouch, Trinity Broadcasting Network. "This book changed my life & caused me to understand the magnitude of G-d's Festivals. I believe this book should be required reading for every student of the Bible." Helen Cregger, Founder & Director of Morning Star Ministries, South Carolina.


Gershon's Monster

Gershon's Monster

Author:

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 043910839X

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When his sins threaten the lives of his beloved twin children, a Jewish man finally repents of his wicked ways.


Love All Year

Love All Year

Author: Hallie Alexander

Publisher:

Published: 2020-09-22

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13:

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Because holiday romance happens all year long . . .Three Stars in the Sky by Stacey Agdern: Singer Zack Weisler needs a song. Songwriter Lisa Kaminsky wants a chance. They have three days in upstate New York to make Sukkot magic. . . and maybe memories that will override the past.It Happened One Yule by Celestine Martin: Reluctant to face yet another Yule party alone, a bubbly witch Matilda casts an attraction spell to catch herself a temporary date but instead catches her best friend grumpy, smoldering Duncan. High spirits and hijinks take place over the longest night of the year as two long time friends fall for each other.Queen Esther, Unmasked by Hallie Alexander: In all her life, Freida Soronsohn had only made one grand mistake--she jilted her ex before the Purim spiel, leaving her vulnerable to the acid-tongued yentas and their unsolicited opinions. Felix 'Six Points' Ginzburg hasn't stopped making mistakes since his come up on the rough streets of Manhattan, and the celebrated prizefighter is ready for change. But when these two strangers meet on the stage, neither is prepared for the no holds barred attraction that instantly hooks them.Legacy of Love by Savannah J. Frierson: Gabriel must convince his best friend Gloria she's essential to his family's legacy, and not just because she's organized his grandmother's Juneteenth celebration and carries his child.Making up with Eid Bae by Farah Heron: Nafissa is in town to drum up business for her new indie makeup line, not go to an Eid fair that would remind her of the one ten years ago with the sweet boy who broke her teenage heart. Nope. But she can't give up the networking opportunity--there's little she wouldn't sacrifice for her dream. Seeing him again brings it all back--no one has made her feel like Khizar does. Can she risk her heart now when her business needs to be her focus? Or could it be that making up with Khizar isn't sacrificing anything at all?A Bridge of Magpies by Ekaterine Xia: Verity usually enjoys what ifs... from the safety of structure and routine, her relationship with Yùlán both safe harbor and base camp for adventure. But what if Yùlán isn't content with their story as-is? What if their happiness together was a little more like their reimaginings of old stories than anticipated?The Sweet Spot by Felicia Grossman: Rabbi Alana Berg is not excited for the High Holidays. Her contract is up for renewal, and the board is clear: impress the congregation with her Rosh Hashanah sermon or she'll be replaced. Worse, golden-boy Cantor Jeremy Hirsch already has his contract signed and sealed. When an after-hours run-in leads to a kiss, the two decide that some sweet exploration of their mutual attraction is in order. As the New Year draws near, the two must decide if there is a personal and professional future for them both.