Judaism's Ten Best Ideas
A Brief Guide for Seekers
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Publisher Description
A welcoming introduction to the most important ideas in Judaism.
In an age of fluid identity, many people are honestly asking the question "Why be Jewish?" What in this religious and ethnic legacy is worth preserving? Does Judaism have something unique to offer a contemporary seeker free to choose a way of life and a system of values?
Here is the answer of a leading spiritual teacher who has faced these questions in conversation with generations of students. With warmth, humor, personal and rabbinic stories and down-to-earth explanations, Arthur Green presents the ideas in Judaism that kept him loyal to the tradition passed on to him. The result is an enticing look into timeless Jewish wisdom that will encourage you to explore further and search out the riches of Judaism for yourself.
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In this insightful and concise volume, prolific author Green, a professor of philosophy and religion and former dean of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, shares what he believes are the Jewish religion's 10 most worthwhile ideas. For each concept, such as joy, walking the path, and returning, Green provides a basic history of its origin and development in the religion. His brief analysis extrapolates Jewish wisdom from Hasidic, biblical, Talmudic, and contemporary sources and clarifies, through stories and his own personal thoughts, just why these ideas are vital to a meaningful life, regardless of affiliation or level of commitment. His fundamental belief that "Judaism is a religion of doers, requiring an active commitment" is evident throughout the volume, as he strives to encourage his co-religionists toward a more thoughtful and participatory involvement. While not all readers will agree with Green's interpretation, his love for Judaism is palpable and his fervor is sure to engage newcomers and committed practitioners alike.
