Torah of Reconciliation

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Judaism, Sacred Writings
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Author: Sheldon Lewis ISBN: 9789652290816
Publisher: Gefen Publishing House Publication: August 9, 2012
Imprint: Gefen Publishing House Language: English
Author: Sheldon Lewis
ISBN: 9789652290816
Publisher: Gefen Publishing House
Publication: August 9, 2012
Imprint: Gefen Publishing House
Language: English

In the aftermath of 9/11, Rabbi Sheldon Lewis sought solace and a path to reconciliation in Jewish texts. Peacemaking is arguably the key pillar among Jewish values, and Torah of Reconciliation seeks to reveal this primary value in diverse scriptural and rabbinical texts. Following the annual cycle of Torah readings, thematic verses or passages are interpreted and expanded through the lens of rabbinic commentary and the author s personal reflections, revealing the rich, wise resources available in Judaism for the crucial task of peacemaking in the modern world.

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In the aftermath of 9/11, Rabbi Sheldon Lewis sought solace and a path to reconciliation in Jewish texts. Peacemaking is arguably the key pillar among Jewish values, and Torah of Reconciliation seeks to reveal this primary value in diverse scriptural and rabbinical texts. Following the annual cycle of Torah readings, thematic verses or passages are interpreted and expanded through the lens of rabbinic commentary and the author s personal reflections, revealing the rich, wise resources available in Judaism for the crucial task of peacemaking in the modern world.

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