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The Real Deal: Buying and Selling Olam Haba $39.00
A cornerstone of our belief is that a life of good deeds is rewarded with “a world that is truly good” in the Hereafter.
Is there another way? Can one “purchase” eternal reward on the open market? Can you get the “deal of a lifetime” (or the afterlife!) on ebay?
What are the Halachic principles of such a transaction? Can one buy or sell such ‘intangibles’? Would the transaction by valid, legal tender? Do “free market principles” and “art of the deal” apply? How does this compare to the historic partnership of Yissachar-Zevulun?
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The Reality of Dreams $75.00
What is the purpose of dreams? Are their messages real? Is a dream about a Tzaddik to be considered fact or fantasy?
(Includes 88 pages of supplementary material)
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The Rebbe on the Holocaust $75.00
One of the most painful events to strike the Jewish people in recent memory is the tragedy of the Holocaust, which decimated European Jewry in a show of appalling cruelty. Having narrowly escaped its horrors himself, the Rebbe was uniquely placed to offer comfort and guidance to those who survived with both faith and sensitivity.
Part I – Making Sense of the Senseless: The horrific suffering of the Holocaust, having seared into our collective conscience, has confronted many Jews with a crisis of faith. The Rebbe offers a unique approach, allowing us to affirm our faith in a kind and just G-d, while maintaining our empathy for the plight of the Holocaust victims.
This paper addresses a range of issues. How does one maintain faith in G-d’s justice in light of such unfathomable horrors? Is this paradox surmountable for all, including those who do not fully subscribe to all dimensions of Torah scholarship? Is it appropriate to rationalize the plight of the Holocaust victims? Does our moral outrage preclude us from taking to heart the lessons these events offer? -
The Round Figures that Trigger Sniggers $39.00
The
census figures recorded in the Torah seem too perfect to be true. Each of the
tribes reported a population that was a convenient multiple of 5, 10 or 100.
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The Scribe’s Code $39.00
Judaism is a multi-faceted religion with vastly different cultures, but one thing that stays the same throughout all of Judaism is Ksav Ashuri – the script the Torah is written in. This script binds all Jews throughout space and history, dating back, unchanging, for thousands of years – or does it? How far back does it really go? Has it not evolved over time? Study the origins of the Torah’s script.
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The Siddur Unpacked $39.00
Davening Shouldn’t Be Mysterious.
Have you ever had a chance to understand and appreciate every part of the Siddur? Now, you can give that experience to anyone.
The Siddur Unpacked is a comprehensive guide to the Siddur’s texts, laws, origins, and deep meaning.
Designed for chavrusas and informal classes (and easily packageable as a formal course), The Siddur Unpacked is not a teacher’s manual. Order this book for teachers and students alike.
Looking to give a class on tefilah? Want to introduce someone to the deep meaning, history, and significance of the Siddur’s every part? This textbook is what you seek.
The Siddur Unpacked: Part One covers Modeh Ani through Kerias Shema.
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The Soul of a Leader $75.00
In our era of material affluence, there is little we lack other than worthy, honorable and effective leadership.
But you may be surprised to learn that many more people are capable of leadership than are currently aware. If you are reading this, you probably are too. Gain a deeper understanding of Jewish tradition’s rich history of iconic and celebrated leaders. How did they balance competence and control, with humility and self-transcendance? Most importantly, how can you?
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The Sound of Shabbos: Voice-Activated Devices $39.00
Have you set up “Hey Siri!” on your iPhone yet? How about the Amazon Echo to obediently adjust your thermostat, turn on your lights and play your favorite music – all by the sound of your voice?
During the week this might be great, but what about on Shabbos? Do the laws proscribing creative activity extend to actions that result from our verbal expression? What if some technology was devised to act upon your thoughts?
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The Steps of Ascent $39.00
The mizbeach was specifically required to have a ramp for the priests, while the menorah had a staircase for the high priest. Why were these two fundamental Temple structures accessed in different ways?
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The Sun and the Moon: Jewish Calendar (Menu) $99.00
Jewish Calendar
This lesson is available to be shipped within 1 day.
Includes 1 Teacher’s Manual and 10 Student Booklets.
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The Tale of the Hebrew Tongue $75.00
Students of the Torah and ancient Jewish works find Hebrew to be a language with a mysterious and enigmatic history. What is the origin of Lashon haKodesh? Is the Hebrew we speak today identical to the Hebrew spoken thousands of years ago? Why was Aramaic preferred over Hebrew in Talmudic times? Pierce the veil of mystery surrounding our ancient and historic language.
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The Thank You Nation (Menu) $99.00
Gratitude
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Includes 1 Teacher’s Manual and 10 Student Booklets.
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The Thing About Normal (Teens) $299.00
Do you ever feel like an outsider? Have you ever been sidelined for your differences? Why do our “abnormalities” prevent us from thriving as part of the crowd, enjoying full involvement in our communities? The answer might surprise you. “The Thing about Normal” challenges teens to redefine their perception of themselves and of others, through thought-provoking discussions regarding the topic of disability inclusion. This course will introduce new ways of thinking about disabilities, the people who have them, and what each of us can do to empower others to participate fully in society. In the process, students will experience newfound insight into their personal identity, their own humanity, and the profound power they possess to shape the world for good.
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The Thinking Planet $75.00
From the moment it was written, the Rambam’s famous Halachah that the intelligence of planets surpasses that of humanity has puzzled and perplexed Jewish scholars. What did the Rambam mean? The planets and stars are seemingly inanimate objects, incapable of intellectual thought. Are we so mistaken in our view of the constellations?
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The Third Temple — Today? $39.00
This paper seeks to
crystallize the Torah commandment to build a Temple. To whom does it apply?
When is the commandment in force? And if we do build a Temple today, what
status will it have?