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Spirit In Nature: Teaching Judaism and Ecology on the Trail Paperback – March 20, 2000

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Examine the beauty and wonder of nature--through Jewish eyes.ÔøΩ
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Divided into six chapters--including "Trees: The Torah of Life," "Opening Our Eyes to Miracles," and "Ma'ariv Aravim: Blessing the Night"--Spirit in Nature's 27 activities are designed to enhance environmental awareness from a Jewish perspective.

Through these activities, hikers of all ages will come alive to the miracle of God's creations. They focus on the marvels of nature: hosts of tiny creatures living in the soil, the rainbow of colors embellishing fields and trees and stones, the intricate interdependence of plants and animals. Each discovery celebrates the divine spark that exists within every living creature and every object found in the natural world.

Building on Jewish sources and Jewish tradition, Spirit in Nature fosters respect for flora, fauna, and natural phenomena and shows how to sanctify them with the appropriate prayer, such as the blessing recited upon seeing a rainbow or upon smelling a fragrant plant. This pioneering work will awaken hikers to the wisdom of Jewish tradition in its dedication to safeguarding and preserving the bounty of God's creation.

An index highlighting the connection between key Jewish values and the environment makes Spirit in Nature an effective classroom tool.

A "must-have" for camp directors, counselors, teachers, rabbis, parents, youth group leaders, and community center workers. --Jewish Media Review

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Experience the beauty and wonder of nature through--Jewish eyes. Spirit in Nature awakens hikers of all ages to the miracle of God's creations. Building on Jewish sources, this essential guide fosters respect for the living things that inhabit the woods and wilderness; its activities reveal the wisdom of Jewish tradition in safeguarding and preserving the environment. Spirit in Nature will guide camp directors, counselors, teachers, religious leaders, parents, and youth group leaders in nourishing the spiritual lives of hikers exploring the natural world.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Behrman House (March 20, 2000)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 1 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0874416868
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0874416862
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.25 x 8.75 inches
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Matt Biers-Ariel is a high school teacher in Winters, California and the author of 6 books. His eclectic writing ranges from memoir to novel to children's books; his topics range from educational reform, to environmental activism, to cycling.

Matt's latest novel, LIGHT THE FIRE, follows Mo Samson, a 31-year-old former minor league baseball player and current English teacher, as he wars against the world of high-stakes testing. Mr. Samson is a hero to his students, but a relationship with a student extends beyond the classroom door and threatens to both undo him and wreck havoc with the student's life.

Matt's penultimate book The Bar Mitzvah and The Beast: One Family's Cross-Country Ride of Passage by Bike (Mountaineers Press) deals with global warming, humor, religiosity, being with one's family 24/7 for an entire summer, and the many varieties of Gatorade.

Matt writes satirical essays that can be found in magazines such as The Progressive or Educator. Prior to public school, Matt taught Bible and Jewish texts for 15 years. He describes himself as an agnostic Jew who thinks the Bible is the root of western fiction.

Matt is an empty-nester living in Davis, California. When he isn't teaching or writing he can often be found river kayaking.

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Tobi
5.0 out of 5 stars Really useful for teachers, interesting and down-to-earth.
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Really useful, interesting and down-to-earth. Has some excellent questions to ponder for both children and adults.
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jacob scheer
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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Good for teaching Jewish kids about God through nature
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Ellen Fox
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Jewish Nature and Hiking Book!
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This book is fabulous. It provides prayers to say as you go on a hike in nature. I would recommend it!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2001
This book is a wonderful introduction to teaching mindfulness and care of creation when in the field - through a Jewish lens.
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Jamie S. Korngold
5.0 out of 5 stars Tools for Jewish Outdoor Adventures
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2008
This small but powerful book will fit right in your backpack. It contains enough program ideas for a day trip or a month long adventure. It's great for a variety of ages and knowledge levels. I keep multiple copies on my shelf to give out to guides leading Adventure Rabbi trips.
- Rabbi Jamie Korngold, The Adventure Rabbi, author  God in the Wilderness: Rediscovering the Spirituality of the Great Outdoors with the Adventure Rabbi
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J. Katz
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential for Hike Leaders
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2007
If you take Jewish groups on outdoor hikes, this tiny, easy to use book is a must-have for your backpack. Trail activities, from preparaing to hike through group debriefing, make clear connections with the Bible and spiritual insights. Don't head for the trail without it.
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