'Emor (Leviticus 21 : The JPS B'nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Salkin, Jeffrey K.

Series:

JPS Study Bible

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Bar mitzvah.

Torah (The Hebrew word).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (25 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

'Emor

Place of Publication:

Lincoln : The Jewish Publication Society, 2018.

Summary:

The JPS B’nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary by Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin provides an insightful exploration of the significance of becoming a bar or bat mitzvah, emphasizing the importance of sharing Torah with the congregation as a rite of passage. The book delves into the cultural values reflected in this Jewish ritual, highlighting the Torah's role in marking maturity. It offers a detailed explanation of the Torah, comprising the five books of Moses, and discusses the accompanying haftarah readings from the prophetic books. The commentary serves as a guide for understanding Jewish traditions, rituals, and the ethical teachings embedded in the Torah, aiming to educate both young adults preparing for their bar or bat mitzvah and those interested in Jewish religious practices. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Introduction

The Torah

The Haftarah.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9780827616349

0827616341

OCLC:

1066177246