{"product_id":"judaism-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Judaism for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTed Falcon\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eDavid Blatner\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour plain-English guide to Judaism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're interested in the religion or the spirituality, the culture or the ethnic traditions, \u003ci\u003eJudaism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e explores the full spectrum of Judaism, dipping into the mystical, meditative, and spiritual depth of the faith and the practice. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn this warm and welcoming book, you'll find coverage of: Orthodox Jews and breakaway denominations; Judaism as a daily practice; the food and fabric of Judaism; Jewish wedding ceremonies; celebrations and holy days; 4,000 years of pain, sadness, triumph, and joy; great Jewish thinkers and historical celebrities; and much more. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpdates to the \"recent history\" section with discussions of what has happened in the first decade of the twenty-first century including: the expansion of orthodox political power in Israel; expansion of interfaith work; unfortunate recent anti-Semitic events; and other news\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpanded coverage of Jewish mysticism and meditation, which has become increasingly popular in recent years\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew coverage on Jewish views of morality, including birth control, homosexuality, and environmental concerns\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevised recipes for traditional Jewish cooking, updated key vocabulary, and Yiddish phrases everyone should know\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eJews have long spread out to the corners of the world, so there are significant Jewish communities on many continents. \u003ci\u003eJudaism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e offers a glimpse into the rituals, ideas, and terms that are woven into the history and everyday lives of Jewish people as near as our own neighborhoods and as far-reaching as across the world.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eP.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you�re probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Judaism For Dummies (9781118407516). The book you see here shouldn�t be considered a new or updated product. But if you�re in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We�re always writing about new topics! \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore the full spectrum of Judaism\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover the rituals woven into everyday Jewish life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrasp the spiritual depth of the faith and practice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA complete guide to beliefs, customs, and rituals\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you want to reconnect with your Jewish heritage or you're just curious about the Jewish experience, this insightful guide is for you. In \u003ci\u003eJudaism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e you discover key Jewish beliefs and traditions, such as kosher laws and the significance of Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, as well as delve into the highlights and low points of Jewish history. Take a look inside the Torah and learn about Judaism as a daily practice. Read about Jewish holiday celebrations, find recipes for traditional Jewish foods, and much more! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside...\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA quick, easy-in\/easy-out guide to prayers and blessings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpiritual and historical components of Judaism\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA calendar of Jewish holidays\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePeople you should know about\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnswers to common questions about Judaism\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRabbi Ted Falcon, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003e one of the pioneers of contemporary Jewish and interfaith spirituality, is a writer, teacher, and spiritual counselor in private practice. \u003cb\u003eDavid Blatner\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning author of 15 books, including \u003ci\u003eSpectrums: Our Mind-Boggling Universe From Infinitesimal to Infinity.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 448\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 9.2 x 7.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 11, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42726394691647,"sku":"9781119643074","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/445485165a6d7a72133aead5126d2d45.webp?v=1765110589","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/judaism-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}