Jewish Literacy Revised Ed
The Most Important Things to Know About the Jewish Religion, Its People, and Its History
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4.6 • 16 Ratings
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Publisher Description
Influential author and speaker Rabbi Joseph Telushkin’s Jewish Literacy has been hailed by Jewish leaders as “the ideal introduction to Judaism” for Jews and non-Jews alike. Covering every essential aspect of Jewish history and life, from the Torah to Zionism to modern American Jewish culture, Jewish Literacy provides a comprehensive yet thoroughly accessible resource for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of Judaism. Both the perfect gift and an invaluable reference, this treasury of Jewish history, culture, traditions, and wisdom is a book that no Jewish person should be without.
Rabbi Joseph Telushkin is the author of many influential Jewish books, including The Nine Questions People Ask About Judaism (with Dennis Prager), Why the Jews? The Reason for Anti-Semitism (with Dennis Prager), and Jewish Wisdom, as well as several novels. A frequent speaker on Jewish issues, Rabbi Telushkin was ordained at Yeshiva University and pursued graduate studies at Columbia University.
“An immense amount of information in a small space, with clarity, fairness, and a touch of humor.” -Rabbi Harold Kushner, author of When Bad Things Happen to Good People
Customer Reviews
The book I was waiting on Judaism Literacy
It is a fascinating, deep thoughtfull reading. It has reinforced my Judaism belief. Thank you Rabbi Joseph for this wonderfull book.
Excellent One-Volume Intro to Judaism
There really is no better one-volume introduction to Judaism. The oldest of the monotheistic religion, Judaism is deep, involved, and complex, but Telushkin's accessible prose and clear organization make it understandable for anyone. Jewish laws, history, celebrations--it's all here in one cover. I really cannot recommend this book enough.
Small aside: a rabbi once said to a class of converts, "The reason there aren't many converts to Judaism is that in some religions, you can just hand out a pamphlet. In Judaism, when someone asks for information, you have to give them THIS!" And he whapped Telushkin's book down on the table, all 3 linear inches of it.
Want to know about Judaism? Read this book.
Amazing Book!!!
I love how Rabbi Telushkin's "primer" of Jewish history, culture, and humor are all woven together. Concise and a great companion for a convert