The Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud
The author has a remarkable knack for choosing those statements in the wide sea of the Talmud that best express the human values of Judaism. Even as a collection of moral and ethical aphorisms, the book will be outstanding. Add to that the authors elaboration and explication of the values inherent in these dicta in a charming and literate style, and you have a book that is not only worth reading and studying, but also sharing with others.
Rabbi Norman Lamm, Chancellor, Yeshiva University ****
While the Tanakh is the cornerstone of Judaism, it is the Talmud that provides many central values for living, setting specific guidelines regarding kindness through giving, treating others fairly, openly and lovingly; personal values such as humility and dignity; family values re marriage and unconditional love - and other profound words of advice for life's most intractable puzzles.
Wise and accessible, this a book that shines. Everything you need to know about how to be a mensch-- a fully evolved, caring human being -- is here in this treasure trove of practical inspiration.
Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.
“Filled with wise guidance on the dilemmas humans face every day, mixed with gems from the Jewish tradition. A great book.”
—Rabbi Sid Schwarz, founder/president, PANIM
“A sturdy craft for sailing the sea of Talmud, and Rabbi Elkins is a fine navigator. His choice of text is solid, his commentary is insightful, and his style is both enlightening and engaging. This is a book to come back to over and again.”
—Rabbi Rami Shapiro, author, Ethics of the Sages: Pirke Avot
“Filled with gems of insight and inspiration.”
—Rabbi David Wolpe, Sinai Temple, Los Angeles, California
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