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5 REASONS "A BOOK OF LIFE" IS THE #1 RABBI-RECOMMENDED BOOK

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"BEST SPIRITUAL BOOK OF THE YEAR"
-SPIRITUALITY & PRACTICE

1. THE BEST BOOK TO CHART A PATH TO A MORE SPIRITUAL LIFE IN JUDAISM DAY TO DAY 

If you are looking for a path to a more fulfilled and meaningful life with Judaism, A Book of Life is an accessible, clear guide to applying the principles of Judaism day to day.

2. CONNECTS MODERN LIFE TO ANCIENT, TIMELESS JEWISH PRINCIPLES

A Book of Life makes clear the connection from modern life to ancient traditions and principles and provides a means to apply them in a meaningful, substantive way.

3. WELL-WRITTEN, ACCESSIBLE AND COMPREHENSIVE

Readers praise the writing calling it well-written, accessible and comprehensive. Easy to read and easy to apply, A Book of Life will give you the means to feel greater closeness and understanding to Jewish principles in every day life.

4. ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT WHAT JUDAISM IS, WHAT THE TRADITIONS MEAN AND WHY

If you have questions about what Judaism really is and why your family does the things you have always known, A Book of Life provides clear answers and explanations of the origin of traditions top add meaning to modern life.

5. RESPECTS TRADITION WHILE PROVIDING ROOM FOR INNOVATION AND GREATER INCLUSIVENESS

If you are struggling to make sense of the world and to find peace in it, A Book of Life makes the spiritual principles of Judaism applicable in a real way to give you greater understanding and confidence in the traditions and principles of Judaism.

 “Strassfeld offers his readers a thoughtful blend of richly traditional Judaism and contemporary spiritual quest. You will learn a lot from this warm and openhearted portrayal.”

— Dr. Arthur Green, rector of the Rabbinical School, Hebrew College, and author of Ehyeh: A Kabbalah for Tomorrow

“Michael Strassfeld has once again captured the depth and wisdom inherent in the Jewish religious tradition and has shown how Judaism can serve as a source of meaning in all areas of life. He demonstrates the holistic spirit that informs Judaism and indicates the significance of Judaism to both the personal and the communal dimensions of life.… A substantive and religiously sensitive book that addresses every aspect of the Jewish experience.”

— Rabbi David Ellenson, president, Hebrew UnionCollege–Jewish Institute of Religion

“Strassfeld presents the whole of Jewish life as a practice-path of attentiveness to the moment-to-moment possibility of connecting with the sacred. His conversational tone and wit support the enormous amount of information and guidance in his book, keeping it always accessible, engaging and inspiring.”

— Sylvia Boorstein, author of Pay Attention, For Goodness’ Sake

This is the best book I have read on the basis of Judaism without negativity or judgment. It is very easy to read and a great intro book for people who wish to learn about basics or as a refresher.”

Absolute must for the "New Jew," and "Cradle Jews" alike

A well-written, comprehensive introduction to Judaism. Stassfeld manages to respect tradition while allowing for innovation and greater inclusiveness

Definitely a book I come back to time and time again.”

This, by far, is my favorite book because it gets right down to a discussion of how to lead your life every day

A book that charts a clear path to a more spiritually rich practice of Judaism―from the coauthor of the best-selling Jewish Catalog volumes.

For all the cycles of life, best-selling author Rabbi Michael Strassfeld presents traditional Jewish teachings as a guide to behavior and values.

Where the tradition is replete with rituals (for example, the Sabbath), he describes them and shows how they can enrich spiritual living.

Where rituals are sparse or nonexistent (for example, returning home at the end of the workday), he suggests new ones gleaned from his own study and experience. Strassfeld also brings the principles of "insight meditation" to Jewish life, using this practice to recover and reconstruct Judaism's spiritual dimension.

He describes a Judaism that encourages within us a spiritual awareness as we participate in both traditional Jewish practices and the mundane activities of daily life.

By engaging with Jewish tradition in ways that recapture its original kavanah, or intention, we will, Strassfeld maintains, achieve the two fundamental goals of Judaism-to become better human beings and to be in God's presence.

6 x 9 in. | Paperback. | 544 Pages | by Rabbi Michael Strassfeld
ISBN 9781580232470