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Etz Hayim: Study Companion Paperback – January 1, 2005

by Jacob Blumenthal (Editor), Janet L. Liss (Editor), David Wolpe (Foreword)
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Etz Hayim, the landmark Torah commentary publication of the Conservative movement, contains 41 challenging essays that examine various issues relating to the understanding and interpretation of the Bible. Prepared by eminent rabbis and scholars, these essays explore diverse, sometimes controversial, topics relating to Bible study, such as biblical archeology, marriage and family, revelation, and justice.

The Etz Hayim Study Companion has been prepared specifically to help readers understand and appreciate these exceptional essays.

Each original Etz Hayim essay appears in its entirety in the study companion, accompanied by an insightful summary and thought-provoking questions designed for individual or group study. The study material not only leads to a deeper understanding of the biblical text itself, but also presents discussion topics to enhance the learning experience. Included in the volume is a foreword by David Wolpe and a helpful guide to making the best use of the book by Jacob Blumenthal.

The essays have been organized into meaningful topic groups that probe the following subjects:

Is the Torah Really God's Word?

Understanding the Bible in Its Historical Context

Biblical Models of Character and Leadership

Making the Bible Meaningful and Relevant in Every Age

Prayer and Ritual Mitzvot

This study companion will help foster a clearer understanding of the Etz Hayim essays for those who may have already read them, and will encourage others to tackle material that they might otherwise have found daunting.

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  1. Print length
    394 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Jewish Publication Society
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 2005
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 1 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0827608225
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0827608221
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Why is the Bible a special, sacred text? From where/whom does it come? How does the Bible help define who we are as modern Jews? We engage in Bible study in our search for answers to such questions, but few of us can attempt this study alone.

About the Author

Jacob Blumenthal was ordained by the Jewish Theological Seminary and serves as the founding rabbi of Shaare Torah synagogue in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Janet L. Liss is Production Editor at The Jewish Publication Society.

David Wolpe, the author of six books, is the rabbi of Sinai Temple in Los Angeles. He has taught at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America, the University of Judaism, and Hunter College, and he lectures widely at universities, synagogues, and institutes throughout the country.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jewish Publication Society; First Edition (January 1, 2005)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 394 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0827608225
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0827608221
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.2 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 11 ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars great
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Dena Guerry
5.0 out of 5 stars Etz Hayim: Study Companion
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2007
Excellent layman introduction to the study of Torah and the Talmud.
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Arlene Jones
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As a Bible student studying the Jewish Holidays it is a great help. It has made me more aware of
how much of Judaism has been retained in Christianity and the debt we owe to their tradition.
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Mrs. M. Rudd
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Book seems to be in good condition.
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Micah El D. Yehudah
1.0 out of 5 stars The Study Companion
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2006
The title is a smoke screen to purchase an item that is not needed should you have the Commentary itself. All of the essays are duplicated from the back of the Commentary itself and thereby making the book redundant. I was highly disappointed.
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