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What happens when two boys--one Jewish, one Muslim--play football
together in Jerusalem amidst the challenging political environment
that surrounds them? Friendship. This is the story of these two
boys Avi and Ahmed, along with their families, who bond together.
But when Ahmed doesn't show up for Avi's birthday party, Avi
assumes the worst. Their story provides hope for the reader that
anything is possible when people care about each other.
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Miryam's Dance (Hardcover)
Kerry Olitzky; As told to Rachel Stock Spilker; Illustrated by John Baptist Tumuhaise
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R366
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Ugandan artist John Baptist Tumuhaise brings a Jewish Ugandan
village to life in this story of a young girl who is distracted
from her Shabbat preparation chores by the lure of a dance troupe
that comes to her village. Young Miryam wakes to a bright morning
and the many chores needed to help get ready for Friday night and
Shabbat in her small Ugandan village. As readers follow her through
her day, they learn elements of celebrating this weekly Jewish
ritual that are both universal in Jewish culture and unique to the
Jewish Ugandan community, the Abuyadaya, or Tribe of Judah. A
glossary explains the names of ritual foods, Ugandan terms, and
landmarks used in the story.
As the Israelites journey to the Promised Land a unicorn brings joy
and inspiration to the children. This story drawsfrom the rabbinic
understanding of tachash a mysterious creature named in the Book of
Exodus.
In a synagogue, everyone plays an important role: the rabbi, the
cantor, the teachers, and even the congregation. But some
synagogues are are lucky enough to have a candy man or
woman.Everyone loves the Candy Man at Temple Shalom, especially the
kids. It's not just because of the delicious candy that he gives
out after Shabbat services, either. Mr Sharansky is always ready to
help, whether it's reading a book during Junior Congregation,
telling a silly joke, or just sharing a friendly smile. But when
the Candy Man goes missing, Josh and Becky get to work to uncover
the mystery. In the end, the kids find the Candy Man-and so much
more!Notes at the back of the book include a glossary and an
opportunity to explore the Shema prayer.English, Hebrew, and
transliterations as well as American Sign Language diagrams are
provided to help young people interact more fully in the synagogue
experience.
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Strangers in Jerusalem (Paperback)
Kerry Olitzky, Inas Younis; Illustrated by Maryana Kachmar-Flyah
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R350
R287
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Strangers in Jerusalem (Hardcover)
Kerry Olitzky, Inas Younis; Illustrated by Maryana Kachmar-Flyah
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R629
R525
Discovery Miles 5 250
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This encyclopedia presents historical accounts of Jewish
rituals, the meaning behind their development, and descriptions of
how the rituals are practiced among different Jewish communities.
Entries discuss how the rituals evolved over time and what they are
designed to symbolize. Whether practiced in the personal or public
realm, the rituals included in this volume are generally
acknowledged as such by the Jewish community, even if they are not
practiced by large segments of the community. Comparisons are drawn
among rituals as they are practiced by Reform, Conservative,
Reconstructionist, and Orthodox Jews. This volume brings together a
wealth of information about the often complicated rituals practiced
in Jewish communities throughout North America.
Readers desiring to learn more about Jewish rituals will
appreciate the mix of historical and practical concerns each entry
details. Specific information is readily accessible in the
encyclopedic format. Entries are cross-referenced throughout, and
each concludes with references for further research. An index is
included.
The institution of the American synagogue has played a significant
role in the history of American Judaism, which remains an
incomplete history if it is limited to the lives of individuals and
events. This work helps complete the history as it is the first
reference book to document the historical development of many
individual synagogues in the United States and Canada. It includes
over 350 entries of synagogues from among the four main movements,
each of which have made an impact on the Jewish community, either
locally or beyond. It is an essential tool for researchers,
scholars, and students, as well as anyone interested in the
historical aspects of American Judaism. An essay on the historical
development of the American Synagogue by Frances Weinman Schwartz,
introduces the volume. Entries are arranged alphabetically by city
within each state. Synagogue descriptions include the date of the
congregation's founding, the reason for its founding and its
congregational mission, the history of buildings and neighborhood,
its local or national historical impact, its significance in the
movement to which it belongs, major episodes in the congregation's
history, as well as details about the service of its rabbis. A
brief bibliography follows each entry, and a general bibliography
and index complete the volume.
This valuable reference extensively documents the lives and careers
of the most influential leaders of Reform Judaism in America. The
editors have assembled concise but informative biographical
profiles of approximately 170 people. The work spans the period
from the beginning of the Reform movement in 1824 through the 1976
Centenary Perspective. The individuals profiled were selected
because of their impact on Reform Judaism at a national level.
Included are the principal architects of reform, national
organizational leaders, distinguished rabbis and academicians,
outstanding cantors, volunteer lay activists, and women. The work
begins with an essay on the history of Reform Judaism in America. A
biographical dictionary follows. Each entry in the dictionary
assesses the career and contributions of a particular leader and
closes with a short bibliography of works by and about that
individual. The dictionary is followed by a set of essays that
overview the history of associations related to Reform Judaism. A
section of appendices lists the principal figures affiliated with
these organizations. An extensive bibliography of primary and
secondary sources concludes the work, making it an indispensable
reference tool.
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