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PublisherRowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated

ISBN-101568211287

ISBN-139781568211282

eBay Product ID (ePID)663240

Product Key Features

Book TitleConversion to Judaism : a Guidebook

Number of Pages300 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year1994

TopicJudaism / Rituals & Practice, Judaism / General

GenreReligion

AuthorLawrence J. Epstein

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight15.7 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN94-000025

Dewey Edition20

ReviewsThough Jews are frequently referred to as 'the people of the book,' there are in fact very few books that one could read that would help a person become a part of the Jewish people if he or she was not born of it. In an age of the 'user-friendly' guide to virtually all interests and endeavors, Professor Epstein has performed a holy service in producing a 'user-friendly' guide to modern Judaism, making entr e into it readily available to all who might be interested., Down-to-earth and accessible, this guide will be useful for those looking for a thorough yet brief introduction to Judaism and the path toward conversion., This comprehensive book, infused by an attitude of welcome and understanding, will be useful to those who think of becoming Jewish, and to their families on both sides. One of my students said this was the most helpful guidebook for the would-be convert yet., It should serve well, and represents a good motivational tool without in any way 'preaching' or utilizing devices that are meant to wheedle. Its forthright approach is one of its greatest assets....., "This comprehensive book, infused by an attitude of welcome and understanding, will be useful to those who think of becoming Jewish, and to their families on both sides. One of my students said this was the most helpful guidebook for the would-be convert yet." --Rabbi Rachel Cowan, The Nathan Cummings Foundation "Though Jews are frequently referred to as 'the people of the book,' there are in fact very few books that one could read that would help a person become a part of the Jewish people if he or she was not born of it. In an age of the 'user-friendly' guide to virtually all interests and endeavors, Professor Epstein has performed a holy service in producing a 'user-friendly' guide to modern Judaism, making entrée into it readily available to all who might be interested." --Dr. Egon Mayer, Jewish Outreach Institute "It should serve well, and represents a good motivational tool without in any way 'preaching' or utilizing devices that are meant to wheedle. Its forthright approach is one of its greatest assets....." --Dr. Morton K. Siegel, The United synagogue of Conservative Judaism "Down-to-earth and accessible, this guide will be useful for those looking for a thorough yet brief introduction to Judaism and the path toward conversion." --Rabbi Alexander M. Schindler, Union of American Hebrew Congregations "It should serve well, and represents a good motivational tool without in any way 'preaching' or utilizing devices that are meant to wheedle. Its forthright approach is one of its greatest assets." --Dr. Morton K. Siegel, The United synagogue of Conservative Judaism, Though Jews are frequently referred to as 'the people of the book,' there are in fact very few books that one could read that would help a person become a part of the Jewish people if he or she was not born of it. In an age of the 'user-friendly' guide to virtually all interests and endeavors, Professor Epstein has performed a holy service in producing a 'user-friendly' guide to modern Judaism, making entrée into it readily available to all who might be interested.

Dewey Decimal296.7/1

SynopsisConversion to Judaism provides information, advice, and support for individuals contemplating conversion to Judaism, as well as those who have converted and the families affected by this decision. With sensitivity and compassion, Lawrence J. Epstein offers an informative volume that warmly welcomes the newcomer to Judaism.

LC Classification NumberBM729.P7E66 1994