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How encounters with the Roman Empire compelled the Jews of antiquity to rethink their conceptions of Israel and the TorahThroughout their history, Jews have lived under a succession of imperial powers, from Assyria and Babylonia to Persia and the Hellenistic kingdoms. Jews and Their Roman Rivals shows how the Roman Empire posed a unique challenge to Jewish thinkers such as Philo, Josephus, and the Palestinian rabbis, who both resisted and internalized Roman standards and imperial ideology.Katell Berthelot traces how, long before the empire became Christian, Jews came to perceive Israel and Rome as rivals competing for supremacy. Both considered their laws to be the most perfect ever written, and both believed they were a most pious people who had been entrusted with a divine mission to bring order and peace to the world. Berthelot argues that the rabbinic identification of Rome with Esau, Israel's twin brother, reflected this sense of rivalry. She discusses how this challenge transformed ancient Jewish ideas about military power and the use of force, law and jurisdiction, and membership in the people of Israel. Berthelot argues that Jewish thinkers imitated the Romans in some cases and proposed competing models in others.Shedding new light on Jewish thought in antiquity, Jews and Their Roman Rivals reveals how Jewish encounters with pagan Rome gave rise to crucial evolutions in the ways Jews conceptualized the Torah and conversion to Judaism.

"In this book Meir Bar-Asher shines light on the deeply ambivalent views toward Jews and Judaism in the Qur'an and in post-Qur'anic Islamic writing. On the one hand, these texts clearly recognize the Jews as a people chosen by God - a "people of the Book" deserving of respect and communal protection for their contribution. On the other hand, an undeniably darker view is also on offer and is found, for example, in passages that accuse Jews of falsifying their own Torah to suppress all pronouncements of the advent of Muhammad, the final Prophet whose message is the culmination of the good news brought by all the prophets from Moses to Jesus. Bar-Asher's view is that one must concede the existence of such polemical anti-Jewish passages while keeping in mind that they do not constitute the final word of the Qur'an or Islam on the Jews. Bar-Asher argues that passages concerning Jews and Judaism in the Qur'an need to be examined alongside the post-Qur'anic Islamic literature rather than read in isolation. His book thus concerns not only Islam's holy scripture but also Hadith, the authoritative oral tradition of sayings attributed to the Prophet Muhammad, along with other Islamic commentaries on Jews and Judaism. The book begins with a historical overview of the Jewish presence in the Arab peninsula before the time of Muhammad and covers what scholars have uncovered to date about the relationship between Muhammad, his followers, and the Jews of Medina in particular. Then the book turns to the Qur'an and the aforementioned post-Qur'anic traditional materials"--

Das Zählen der 49 Tage zwischen dem jüdischen Pessach-Fest und dem Wochenfest Schawuot (Pfingsten) am 50. Tag, die sogenannte Omer-Zeit, ist in der Tora geboten (Lev 23,15-16) und wird im Judentum bis heute praktiziert. Die jüdische Mystik (Kabbala) nutzte diese Zeit, um spirituelles Wachstum anzuregen. Beim Zählen der Tage während des Getreide-Wachstums solle man nicht nur im Kopf Tage zählen, sondern diese Tage mit besonderer Achtsamkeit erleben. Dieser Omer-Kalender will dazu helfen, die 49 Tage achtsam zu gestalten. Er bietet für jeden Tag den Lobspruch zur Zählung des Omer, die Angabe des Tages und der Sefira des Tages nach der klassischen jüdischen Mystik, eine Meditation passend zum Thema des Tages, einen Satz des Tages, Anregungen zum persönlichen Nachdenken und eigenen spirituellen Wachstum, sowie Raum für Notizen. Die sieben Wochen werden unterteilt mit ganzzeitigen, stimmungsvollen Photos zum Thema Getreidewachstum.Das Buch gibt einen Einblick in eine im Judentum typische, aber im deutschen Sprachraum noch wenig bekannte Tradition von Mussar (spirituelles Wachstum) und Mystik.

The relationship between philosophy and Jewish thought has often been a matter of lively discussion. But despite its long tradition and the variety of positions that have been taken in it, the debate is far from being closed and keeps meeting new challenges. So far, research on this topic has mostly been based on historically diachronic references, analogies, or contacts among philosophers and Jewish thinkers. The contributors to this volume, however, propose another way to advance the debate: Rather than adopting a historical approach, they consider the intersections of philosophy and Jewish thought from a theoretical perspective.

King Hezekiah of Judah unfolds in unprecedented detail the incredible, eventful life of King Hezekiah, full of faith, grace, and miracles. It comprehensively illuminates the person, the king, the man Hezekiah in his personal defeats and his victories in faith with God. In addition, this book proves the credibility of the biblical accounts through extensive analysis and reflection, as well as brand-new, startling insights. The chronology of the kings of Israel, which has been disputed for centuries, is given a special framework. Here it is now shown that all the biblical dates of this period can be harmoniously fitted into the dating of extra-biblical sources and events that are considered certain.From the first page to the last, however, this book does not fail to find repeated applications and deductions for our Christian life today. After studying King Hezekiah of Judah, we may question and realign our walk with God. Every reader is warned: studying this book could have consequences for your life!

When a family celebrates Christmas and Hanukkah, that means double the traditions and fun. Join this interfaith family as they create special memories for their littlest family member that will last a lifetime.Merry Christmas and Chag Sameach!

A powerful, next-generation manifesto declaring that the future prosperity and ultimate fate of Western civilization is dependent upon the security and thriving of the Jewish people and the Jewish State of Israel—that the Jewish people’s right to self-determination in their ancestral homeland demands a distinctly realist foreign policy and tight-knit US-Israel relations.

ספרשבט מוסר לרבינו החסידרבי אליהו הכהן האתמרי

The Luciferian Spirit has for years run wild within the Prophetic Circles of Prophets and Seers. Luciferian Spirit among The Prophets exposes the craftiness and precision of this demonic general from the prophet's perspective. This book is your study guide and reference point for direction in defeating this enemy who dares raise his head against the plan for the prophet's lives.

My purpose for writing a book of Genesis commentary for all readers is to help kids and grown-ups understand the stories in the Bible better. Genesis is a very important book that tells us about the beginning of the world and the first people. The commentary will explain the stories in Genesis in a way that is easy to understand, using simple words and examples that a ten-year-old can grasp.By writing this commentary, the author wants to show how the stories in Genesis can teach important lessons and help you think about big questions. You can learn about things like how the world was created, why there is good and evil, and how we all should treat one another. The commentary will help everyone see the true meaning behind the stories and how they can be relevant to our lives today.This commentary was written to encourage conversation and discussion among readers. It helps to create a space where kids and grown-ups can talk about the stories, ask questions, and share their own thoughts and ideas. By doing this, the author hope to make Genesis more engaging and enjoyable for everyone, fostering a deeper understanding of the Bible and its teachings.

An anthology of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry written by 33 San Francisco Bay Area seniors who are writers as a part of the Litquake Elder Project in workshops, classes, or storytelling sessions between Summer 2022 and Fall 2023.

מִדְרָשׁ אוֹתִיּוֹת שֶׁל רַבִּי עֲקִיבָה סוֹד אוֹתִיּוֹת הַתּוֹרָה

Michael A. Milton uncovers the treasures of one of the Bible's regularly overlooked books in this pastoral treatment of Leviticus. God's call changed everything for the Israelites. Amid the vast, severe wilderness landscape of the Sinai region, in sun-scorched sorrow and disappointment over a recent national sin - the creation and worship of an idol of smelted jewelry - life abruptly changes. With the first line of Leviticus, "And the Lord called," God interrupts time and space, regret and reason, futility and hope. He reveals the pattern of the gospel: the holiness of God, the problem of human sin, God's plan of salvation, His call to holiness through His gracious provision. He shows a way for sinful humans to live in the presence of a holy God. Leviticus for modern-day Christians This call doesn't just affect the ancient Israelites - Milton shows how Leviticus still speaks to Christ's followers today. This book of the law points consistently to Jesus, the fullness and fulfilment of every antitype. It reveals to us in stark terms the abhorrence of sin, and the barrier it creates between mankind and God. Beginning with a helpful overview of Leviticus, and after providing some beneficial information about its title, authorship, time and biblical context, Milton tackles the book in four sections: Called to Worship (chapters 1-7) Called to Ministry (chapters 8-10) Called to Purity (chapters 11-16) Called to Holiness (chapters 17-27) Throughout, we see how this call applies not only to the ancient Israelites, but also to us. Get into this fascinating book Approaching God will be excellent for personal bible study, or for a pastor or small group leader working through the book.

Der Jalkut Schimoni ist ein Sammelwerk rabbinischer Auslegungen zur gesamten Hebräischen Bibel. Unerforscht ist, nach welchen Kriterien die Auslegungen ausgewählt wurden und ob das Werk als umfassendes Nachschlagewerk für exegetische Fragen, zur Verbindung von Bibelauslegung in Talmud und Midrasch oder zur Reform der rabbinischen Auslegungstradition konzipiert wurde. Die Übersetzung des Werkes ist ein erster Schritt, diese Fragen zu beantworten.

When unexpected events cause us to question what we have previously "known," do we stop and reexamine the foundation and content of our own beliefs and values? Do we seek to learn and separate "truth" and "facts" (i.e., reality) from the "knowledge" that we acquired simply by rote memorization or that we thought "felt right" -- what we wanted to be true. The most profound truth is acquired by correcting our mistakes or errors. This is especially relevant to the most crucial of life's concerns: our spiritual health and relationship with our Maker. At times, we need to be reminded of, reeducated in, or encouraged in the basic foundations of life itself.Come, take a journey through God's inspired message to mankind and experience what God has done and seen taking place over time. He welcomes and desires your accompanying presence, as well as your thoughts and questions, as you journey with Him through His story with His beloved mankind.

A personal voyage of discovery drawing on musicology, literary theory, Jewish studies, and philosophical phenomenology.

"The book explores the lasting legacy of Christian ambivalence towards Jews in Western secular law and engages with broader questions about the cultural foundations of Western secular law, the politics of religious freedom, the racialisation of religion, and the ambivalent nature of legal progress"--

"Jews and Christians have interacted for two millennia, yet there is no comprehensive, global study of their shared history. Comprising a broad collection of over 200 primary documents and commentaries, this book offers a chronological and thematic approach to developments in the history of Jewish-Christian relations worldwide"--

Becoming Jewish chronicles the author's lifelong search for spiritual meaning and a true religious home. Raised in a decidedly Christian yet theologically conflicted family, she never felt she fit into the churches of her childhood. Dissatisfied with pat answers and disillusioned by denominational hypocrisies, she embarked on an exploration of diverse religions. From New Age spirituality to fundamentalist revivals, she immersed herself in practices and communities hoping to find inner peace. Through personal revelations, crises of faith, and unexpected epiphanies, her path eventually led her to Judaism as an adult. There she discovered the missing piece of her identity. Candid, thoughtful, and enlightening, this memoir invites readers along on a journey to the heart of religious identity.

As the late Coy Roper taught Critical Introduction to the Old Testament year after year, he improved and expanded the notes that he shared with his undergraduate students. The Old Testament: A Study Guide is the culmination of those efforts. Chapters include "The Christian View of the Old Testament." "Canon of the Old Testament," "Survey of Approaches to the Study of the Old Testament" and "Preaching from the Old Testament." The heart of his work is a thoughtful and engaging summary of each Old Testament book. The Old Testament: A Study Guide offers seasoned insights and connections to numerous essential resources for the effective study of the Hebrew Bible.