By His Light: Character and Values in the Service of God »

"In these essays, Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, rosh yeshiva of Yeshivat Har Etzion, explores the development of the religious personality. He advocates living a life centered around the service of God, but recognizes that multiple paths lead to this goal. Contending that the Jewish value system is multifaceted and allows for human difference, he brings an unusually wide perspective to his discussions. By maintaining focus on the larger picture, he remains balanced and moderate in judgment while passionately aspiring for religious ideals." Rabbi Lichtenstein's essays reflect not only a staunch commitment to Halakha and a firm grounding in rigorous Torah study, but also a deep spirituality, a profound moral sensitivity and a keen awareness of both the challenges and opportunities of modernity.