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Exploring Judaism: a Reconstructionist Approach
Rebecca Alpert | Jacob J. Staub

Exploring Judaism: a Reconstructionist Approach

Reconstructionist Press (Sep 01, 2000)
9780935457506
| Paperback
178 pages | 152 x 226 mm | English
$ 14.95 | Value: $ 14.95
Dewey * 216.2
LC Classification Adult

Genre

  • Adult / Nonfiction

Subject

  • 216.2 Jewish Observance & Practice / Jewish Religious Movements / Reconstructionism / Introductions

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Product Description
This substantially revised and updated edition of the 1985 classic is ideal for everyone who wants to know more about Judaism. Whether you are a long-time participant in the Jewish community, a newcomer or someone who has struggled to find a home in Jewish life, this introduction to Jewish thought and practice from a Reconstructionist perspective will offer inspiration and guidance. From Kaplan's belief through contemporary innovations, this engaging text explores Reconstructionist views on God, ethics, Zionism, spirituality, text study, Tikkun Olam, life cycle ritual, intermarriage, gay and lesbian issues... and more! A must-read.

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Retail Price $ 14.95
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Review
My teacher Mordecai Kaplan was the single most influential thinker in the history of American Judaism. -- Rabbi Harold Kushner,

This inspiring book includes the recent spiritual developments in the Reconstructionist movement...which deepen one's awareness of God's presence. -- Sylvia Boorstein, author of Funny, You Don't Look

I just finished the book, Exploring Judaism: A Reconstructionist Approach. I can't believe that I finished it in just two evenings - it's so unlike me. I found it incredibly informative and empowering, especially coming from an oft-times exclusive traditional background. This book is written in an intellectual but accessible manner. It truly elaborates on the Reconstructionist point of entry into Judaism. It also encourages further study! I didn't realize that one could find so much beauty in my heritage - especially since I broke away several years ago feeling spiritually empty and intellectually disenfranchized. I highly recommend this book for anyone, but especially those who are deeply struggling to recapture and explore their Jewish soul. Thanks Rabbis Alpert and Staub!!!!