ISBN: 9781580233095 - witnesses to the one: the spiritual history of the sh'ma (11 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Good. An exploration of Judaism's most sacred statement and world-changing idea. Hear O Israel, the Eternal is Our God, the Eternal is One There is arguably no more important statement in Judaism than the Sh'ma. Its words--calling us to hear, to listen, to pay attention--defy direct translation and have meant different things throughout history. In a deeply personal exploration of this sacred proclamation, command, and prayer, Rabbi Joseph B. Meszler delves into the spiritual history of the Sh'ma, inspiring you to claim your own personal meaning in these enduring words. By examining how the Sh'ma has been commented upon by ancient sages and contemporary thinkers, he opens the doors between each generation that has found a different dimension of truth in the Sh'ma. Each chapter focuses on a major historical figure and includes a sacred story, an exploration into the story's many meanings, and a suggestion for a new way of hearing the voice in the story. Experience the Sh'ma through the lives of: w Moses--Fighting Idolatry w Akiba ben Joseph--The Sages Offer Their Lives w Saaida Gaon--Proving the One w Moses Maimonides--Nothing Like God w Haim Vital--Communing with the One w Moses Haim Luzzatto-- Master of the Universe w Abraham Isaac Kook--A Nation Reborn w Leo Baeck--One Moral Standard w Abraham Joshua Heschel--A Prophecy: One World or No World.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. An exploration of Judaism's most sacred statement and world-changing idea. Hear O Israel, the Eternal is Our God, the Eternal is One There is arguably no more important statement in Judaism than the Sh'ma. Its words--calling us to hear, to listen, to pay attention--defy direct translation and have meant different things throughout history. In a deeply personal exploration of this sacred proclamation, command, and prayer, Rabbi Joseph B. Meszler delves into the spiritual history of the Sh'ma, inspiring you to claim your own personal meaning in these enduring words. By examining how the Sh'ma has been commented upon by ancient sages and contemporary thinkers, he opens the doors between each generation that has found a different dimension of truth in the Sh'ma. Each chapter focuses on a major historical figure and includes a sacred story, an exploration into the story's many meanings, and a suggestion for a new way of hearing the voice in the story. Experience the Sh'ma through the lives of: w Moses--Fighting Idolatry w Akiba ben Joseph--The Sages Offer Their Lives w Saaida Gaon--Proving the One w Moses Maimonides--Nothing Like God w Haim Vital--Communing with the One w Moses Haim Luzzatto-- Master of the Universe w Abraham Isaac Kook--A Nation Reborn w Leo Baeck--One Moral Standard w Abraham Joshua Heschel--A Prophecy: One World or No World.…

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. First Edition. INSCRIBED & SIGNED BY AUTHOR: "TO MARVIN & SHERRY, I HOPE THIS HELPS YOU ON YOUR SPIRITUAL JOURNEY.". INSCRIBED & SIGNED BY AUTHOR.

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. ?Hear O? Israel, the Eternal is our God, the Eternal is One ? There is arguably no more important statement in Judaism than the Sh?ma. This deeply personal exploration of this sacred proclamation, command and prayer delves into the spiritual history of the Sh?ma to inspire the religious seeker to find personalized meaning in these famous words. When we hear the words of the Sh?ma said, or sung, we hear not only the words but also the stories of the people who have uttered them. This slim, beautiful volume joins those voices in the search for contemporary meaning. By examining the relationship between how the words of the Sh?ma have been translated by ancient sages, contemporary philosophers, and in the Bible, and the meaning created from each perspective, this book opens the doors between each generation that has found a different dimension of truth in the Sh?ma. By tracing this prayer through history and examining the contemporary moral standard, it exposes the importance of this ancient proclamation while emphasizing its historical relevance in connection with today's world. Each chapter, with topics ranging from Moses to Maimonides to modernity, includes a sacred story, an exploration into the stories? meanings, and a suggestion for a new way of ?hearing? the voice in the story. Let this book speak to you on your journey to develop your own personal meaning and understanding of this world-changing holy command. ?Hear O? Israel, the Eternal is our God, the Eternal is One!? There is arguably no more important statement in Judaism than the Sh?ma. This deeply personal exploration of this sacred proclamation, command and prayer delves into the spiritual history of the Sh?ma to inspire the religious seeker to find personalized meaning in these famous words. When we hear the words of the Sh?ma said, or sung, we hear not only the words but also the stories of the people who have uttered them. This slim, beautiful volume joins those voices in the search for contemporary meaning. By examining the relationship between how the words of the Sh?ma have been translated by ancient sages, contemporary philosophers, and in the Bible, and the meaning created from each perspective, this book opens the doors between each generation that has found a different dimension of truth in the Sh?ma. By tracing this prayer through history and examining the contemporary moral standard, it exposes the importance of this ancient proclamation while emphasizing its historical relevance in connection with today's world. Each chapter, with topics ranging from Moses to Maimonides to modernity, includes a sacred story, an exploration into the stories? meanings, and a suggestion for a new way of ?hearing? the voice in the story. Let this book speak to you on your journey to develop your own personal meaning and understanding of this world-changing holy command. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 1st edition. 176 pages. 9.25x6.25x0.50 inches. In Stock.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An exploration of Judaism's most sacred statement and world-changing idea. 'Hear O Israel, the Eternal is Our God, the Eternal is One!' There is arguably no more important statement in Judaism than the Sh'ma. Its words-calling us to hear, to listen, to pay attention-defy direct translation and have meant different things throughout history. In a deeply personal exploration of this sacred proclamation, command, and prayer, Rabbi Joseph B. Meszler delves into the spiritual history of the Sh'ma, inspiring you to claim your own personal meaning in these enduring words. By examining how the Sh'ma has been commented upon by ancient sages and contemporary thinkers, he opens the doors between each generation that has found a different dimension of truth in the Sh'ma. Each chapter focuses on a major historical figure and includes a sacred story, an exploration into the story's many meanings, and a suggestion for a new way of 'hearing' the voice in the story. Experience the Sh'ma through the lives of: w Moses-Fighting Idolatry w Akiba ben Joseph-The Sages Offer Their Lives w Saaida Gaon-Proving the One w Moses Maimonides-Nothing Like God w Haim Vital-Communing with the One w Moses Haim Luzzatto- 'Master of the Universe' w Abraham Isaac Kook-A Nation Reborn w Leo Baeck-One Moral Standard w Abraham Joshua Heschel-A Prophecy: 'One World or No World'.…

hardcover. Zustand: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.