Seeking the Path to Life: Theological Meditations on God and the Nature of People, Love, Life and Death »

In 45 intense meditations, each a page or two in length, Stone -- teacher, poet, practical philosopher -- takes us on explorations of the most basic human struggles: Life and death, love and anger, peace and war, covenant and exile.

Publishers Weekly

In 45 intense meditations, each a page or two in length, Stone, a Philadelphia rabbi, brings a humanistic perspective to such topics as marriage, divorce, holiness, atonement, prophecy, miracles, Israel, the Holocaust and God's healing power. Stone defines evil as an accumulation of ``moments-of-death in life,'' which fosters sin and separateness. Choosing life over death-in-life is a daily task demanding awareness and faith, he asserts. Drawing on his experience in overcoming the deaths of his two infant sons, Stone outlines an inspiring path of renewal that includes love, prayer, study, constructive anger, communal energy and helping others. A liberal thinker, he maintains that same-sex relationships are natural and acceptable if arising out of love and a desire for psychological balance. In a postscript he interprets the Torah as revelation and as a signpost to redemption. (Nov.)

For people of all faiths and backgrounds who never thought they would read a book of theology-let alone understand and enjoy it, savor it and have it affect the way they think about their lives. In 45 intense meditations, each a page or two in length, Stone-teacher, poet, practical philosopher-takes us on explorations of the most basic human struggles: life and death, love and anger, peace and war, covenant and exile. This work results from the author's own personal struggle for meaning and faith following a great family tragedy.

"A bold book....The reader of any faith will be inspired, challenged and led more deeply into their own encounter with God." -The Rev. Carla V. Berkedal, Episcopal Priest, Executive Director of Earth Ministry

"Wonderful...lyrical....Gives words to the human struggle to find God in the midst of the chaos of modern life. Recommended..." -- Library Journal