- 144 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
A window into the meaning of Jewish rituals throughout history and todayâ
written especially for Christians.
Ritual moments and opportunities guide the daily life of practicing Jews. These spiritual practices give expression to Jewish identity and reflect Judaism's core beliefs and values. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith? In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky and Judson guide you through the whys and hows of nine specific areas of Jewish ritual.
- Observing the Sabbath
- Keeping Kosher
- Putting on Tefillin (Prayer Boxes)
- Wrapping the Tallit (Prayer Shawl)
- Covering the Head
- Studying Torah
- Praying Daily
- Saying Blessings throughout the Day
- Going to the Ritual Bath
Providing you with the biblical and historical background of each practice, insight into its contemporary use and significanceâincluding the often divergent approaches of different Jewish movementsâand personal stories from rabbis and lay people, this easy-to-understand guide illustrates the deep meaning these rituals have in the Jewish relationship with God. Linking these practices to familiar rituals in the Christian tradition, Olitzky and Judson help you better understand the roots of Christianity and how the fundamentals of Judaism relate to and reflect your own spiritual foundation.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Dedication
- Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction: Why Would Christians Be Interested in the Rituals of Judaism?
- A Note on the Text
- 1 Observing the Sabbath
- 2 Keeping Kosher: The Jewish Dietary Laws Rabbi Mark Sameth
- 3 Putting on Tefillin (Prayer Boxes)
- 4 Wrapping the Tallit (Prayer Shawl)
- 5 Covering the Head
- 6 Studying Torah
- 7 Praying Daily
- 8 Saying Grace and Ninety-Nine Other Blessings throughout the Day Rabbi Andrew Vogel
- 9 Going to the Ritual Bath Debra Nussbaum Cohen
- Notes
- Glossary
- Suggestions for Further Reading
- Contributors
- About Jewish Lights
- Copyright