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Before "The Red Tent" won her international literary acclaim, Anita
Diamant was a columnist in Boston. Over the course of twenty years,
she wrote essays that reflected the shape and evoution of her life,
as well as the trends of her generation. In the end, her musings
about love and marriage, birth and death, nature versus nurture,
politics and religion -- and everything from female friendships to
quitting smoking -- have created a public diary of the progress of
her life that resonated deeply with her readers. Now, "Pitching My
Tent" collects the finest columns of a writer who is a reporter by
training and a storyteller by heart, all revised and enriched with
new material. Personal, inspiring, and often funny, "Pitching My
Tent" displays the warmth, humor, and wisdom that Diamant's legions
of fans have come to cherish.
'Intensely moving . . . feminist . . . a riveting tale of love' -
Observer Her name is Dinah. In the Bible, her fate is merely hinted
at in a brief and violent detour within the verses of the Book of
Genesis that recount the life of Jacob and his infamous dozen sons.
Anita Diamant's The Red Tent is an extraordinary and engrossing
tale of ancient womanhood and family honour. Told in Dinah's voice,
it opens with the story of her mothers - the four wives of Jacob -
each of whom embodies unique feminine traits, and concludes with
Dinah's own startling and unforgettable story of betrayal, grief
and love. Deeply affecting and intimate, The Red Tent is a feminist
classic which combines outstandingly rich storytelling with an
original insight into women's society in a fascinating period of
early history. Such is its warmth and candour, it is guaranteed to
win the hearts and minds of women across the world.
A complete, one-of-a-kind resource for parents-to-be searching
for a perfect name for their child.
Nearly 1,000 boys' and girls' names, both traditional and
creative, from the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Bible, each with
a: Translation from the original languageCitation of where the name
appears in the BibleDescription of its meaning
Bible Baby Names gives and overview of the trends in baby names
and explains why the Bible has been a rich source of names through
the ages while it helps you make modern choices from ancient text.
For all who want their child's name to be special, spiritual, and
full of meaning, Bible Baby Names offers a treasure-trove of
choices.
The practical, inspiring guide for all Jewish people expecting a
baby.
Expanded, updated, and revised.
A complete resource to the traditions and rituals for welcoming
a new child to the world and into the Jewish community, and for
commemorating this joyous event in family life whatever your family
constellation. Provides ceremonies you can copy for handouts so
that guests are an even greater part of the experience. Special
section for interfaith families helps make the celebrations
inclusive, comfortable, and joyous for all. Ceremonies for girls,
as well as for boys.
"Drawn from the wealth of mythic, historic, religious, culinary,
and literary traditions that surround the arrival of a new Jewish
baby, and informed by contemporary insight and practice, "The New
Jewish Baby Book "describes the many ways that new parents can
celebrate the arrival of a child, the newest member of your
extended families, and a unique and precious chapter in the
on-going saga of the Jewish people." from the Introduction
A unique way to create and preserve the spiritual memories of
pregnancy, birth, and the first years of a new life. There are
enough baby memory books available today to fill a nursery, but
finding one that acknowledges birth as a spiritual celebration is
like trying to find a binky in the bottom of the diaper bag. More
than just a memory book, The New Jewish Baby Album shows you how
and why it's important to create a Jewish home and a Jewish life.
It includes a section to describe the naming ceremony, space to
write encouragements, and pages for writing original blessings and
creating original prayers, as well as meaningful quotes throughout.
Other highlights include a section for the parents to express
personal prayers for the baby; pages for each of the major Jewish
holidays; a family tree; room for photos; space to commemorate
baby's first Shabbat at home; and much more. This is the perfect
baby book for any Jewish family, a spiritual keepsake that will be
treasured for generations."
The classic guide to the cultural and spiritual treasures of
Judaism is now updated for the first time in 15 years to reflect
changes in the modern Jewish community. Living a Jewish Life
describes Judaism as not just a contemplative or abstract system of
thought but as a blueprint for living fully and honorably. This new
edition builds on the classic guide, which has been a favorite
among Jewish educators and students for years. Enriched with
additional resources, including online resources, this updated
guide also references recent changes in the modern Jewish
community. Addressing the choices posed by the modern world, Living
a Jewish Life explains the traditions and beliefs of Judaism in the
context of real life. It explores the spectrum of liberal Jewish
thought, from Conservative to Reconstructionist to Reform, as well
as unaffiliated, new age, and secular. Celebrating the diversity of
Jewish beliefs, this guide provides a wealth of information that
allows readers to make informed choices about how to incorporate
Judaism into their lives.
Set on the high ground at the heart of Cape Ann, the village of
Dogtown is peopled by widows, orphans, spinsters, scoundrels,
whores, free Africans, and "witches." Among the inhabitants of this
hamlet are Black Ruth, who dresses as a man and works as a
stonemason; Mrs. Stanley, an imperious madam whose grandson, Sammy,
comes of age in her brothel; Oliver Younger, who survives a
miserable childhood at the hands of his aunt; and Cornelius Finson,
a freed slave. At the center of it all is Judy Rhines, a fiercely
independent soul, deeply lonely, who nonetheless builds a life for
herself against all imaginable odds.
Rendered in stunning, haunting detail, with Diamant's keen ear
for language and profound compassion for her characters, "The Last
Days of Dogtown" is an extraordinary retelling of a long-forgotten
chapter of early American life.
Newly revised and updated, the definitive guide to planning a
Jewish wedding, written by bestselling novelist Anita
Diamant-author of The Red Tent and The Boston Girl-and one of the
most respected writers of guides to contemporary Jewish life. This
complete, easy-to-use guide explains everything you need to know to
plan your own Jewish wedding in today's ever-changing world where
the very definition of what constitutes a Jewish wedding is up for
discussion. With enthusiasm and flair, Anita Diamant provides
choices for every stage of a wedding-including celebrations before
and after the ceremony itself-providing both traditional and
contemporary options. She explains the Jewish tradition of love and
marriage with references drawn from Biblical, Talmudic, and
mystical texts and stories. She guides you step by step through
planning the ceremony and the party that follows-from finding a
rabbi and wording the invitation to organizing a processional and
hiring a caterer. Samples of wedding invitations and ketubot
(marriage contracts) are provided for inspiration and guidance, as
well as poems that can be incorporated into the wedding ceremony or
party and a variety of translations of traditional texts. "There is
no such thing as a generic Jewish wedding," writes Anita Diamant,
"no matter what the rabbi tells you, no matter what the caterer
tells you, no matter what your mother tells you." Complete,
authoritative, and indispensable, The Jewish Wedding Now provides
personalized options-some new, some old-to create a wedding that
combines spiritual meaning and joyous celebration and reflects your
individual values and beliefs.
NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY "THE WASHINGTON POST" AND "THE
SALT LAKE TRIBUNE"
Just as she gave voice to the silent women of the Hebrew Bible in
"The Red Tent, "Anita Diamant creates a cast of breathtakingly
vivid characters--young women who escaped to Israel from Nazi
Europe--in this intensely dramatic novel.
"Day After Night "is based on the extraordinary true story of the
October 1945 rescue of more than two hundred prisoners from the
Atlit internment camp, a prison for "illegal" immigrants run by the
British military near the Mediterranean coast south of Haifa. The
story is told through the eyes of four young women at the camp who
survived the Holocaust: Shayndel, a Polish Zionist; Leonie, a
Parisian beauty; Tedi, a hidden Dutch Jew; and Zorah, a
concentration camp survivor. Haunted by unspeakable memories and
losses, afraid to hope, the four of them find salvation in the
bonds of friendship and shared experience even as they confront the
challenge of re-creating themselves in a strange new country.
Diamant's triumphant novel is an unforgettable story of tragedy and
redemption that reimagines a singular moment in history with
stunning eloquence.
A "New York Times "Bestseller
A decade after the publication of this hugely popular international
bestseller, Picador releases the tenth anniversary edition of "The
Red Tent."
Her name is Dinah. In the Bible, her life is only hinted at in a
brief and violent detour within the more familiar chapters of the
Book of Genesis that tell of her father, Jacob, and his twelve
sons.
Told in Dinah's voice, Anita Diamant imagines the traditions and
turmoils of ancient womanhood--the world of the red tent. It begins
with the story of the mothers--Leah, Rachel, Zilpah, and
Bilhah--the four wives of Jacob. They love Dinah and give her gifts
that sustain her through childhood, a calling to midwifery, and a
new home in a foreign land. Dinah's story reaches out from a
remarkable period of early history and creates an intimate
connection with the past.
Deeply affecting, "The Red Tent" combines rich storytelling with a
valuable achievement in modern fiction: a new view of biblical
women's lives.
Her name is Dinah. In the Bible her fate is merely hinted at in a brief and violent detour within the verses of the Book of Genesis that deal with Jacob and his dozen sons. Told in Dinah's voice, "The Red Tent" reveals the traditions of ancient womanhood and family honour.
Married to a convert herself, Anita Diamant provides advice and information that can transform the act of conversion into an extraordinary journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth.
Here you will learn how to choose a rabbi, a synagogue, a denomination, a Hebrew name; how to handle the difficulty of putting aside Christmas; what happens at the mikvah (ritual bath) or at a hatafat dam brit (circumcision ritual for those already circumcised); how to find your footing in a new spiritual family that is not always well prepared to receive you; and how not to lose your bonds to your family of origin. Diamant anticipates all the questions, doubts, and concerns, and provides a comprehensive explanation of the rules and rituals of conversion.
How can I make the holidays interesting and meaningful to my child?
Should I send my child to a Jewish day school? A Jewish summer
camp? What kind of synagogue is best for my family? How do I plan a
family trip to Israel or add Jewish heritage sites when traveling
around the country or around the world? If you are, or hope to be,
a Jewish parent in more than name, you have a lot of decisions to
make. So many choices But you can have no better guide to this
wealth of opportunity than Anita Diamant. The author of popular
books on Jewish weddings and baby rituals, Diamant now joins with
family therapist Karen Kushner to help you through the next steps.
They give creative, practical answers to these and many other
questions, provide guidance on how to foster Jewish decision making
for children of all ages, describe how to make your home a Jewish
space, and explain the importance of synagogue membership, holiday
celebrations, community service, and other family activities.
Diamant and Kushner draw from many sources to describe the
practices, customs, and values that go into creating a Jewish home.
They combine insights from Jewish tradition with contemporary
developmental thinking about how children learn and grow. They
provide addresses (including Web sites) where you can find specific
information and other resources. And since experience may be the
best of all teachers, they share their own and other parents'
stories and observations. For Diamant and Kushner, the number-one
goal of How to Be a Jewish Parent is to give parents (and
grandparents) guideposts to raising joyful children within the rich
tradition of the Jewish faith and culture. No Jewish family
shouldbe without it. From the Hardcover edition.
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