A Dream of Zion: American Jews Reflect on Why Israel Matters to Them

Edited by Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin

Inspiring essays on Israel from a cross-section of influential American Jews, covering the entire denominational spectrum of Jewish life in America today. Will encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to think about what Israel means to them.

Ecclesiastes: Annotated & Explained

Translation and Annotation by Rabbi Rami Shapiro
Foreword by Rev. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton

This contemporary translation presents Ecclesiastes as neither revelation nor prophecy but as a rational and inspirational guide to living well in the midst of a world of uncertainty. Insightful commentary opens up this timeless text for today's world.

Ecology & the Jewish Spirit: Where Nature & the Sacred Meet

Edited and with introductions by Ellen Bernstein

Innovative contributors bring us a richer understanding of the long-neglected themes of nature that are woven through the biblical creation story, ancient texts, traditional law, the holiday cycles, prayer, mitzvot (good deeds), and community.

Ehyeh: A Kabbalah for Tomorrow

Arthur Green

Blending Jewish theology and mysticism, shows how ancient Jewish mystical tradition can address the needs of our generation. Encourages todayÕs modern seeker to stretch to new ways of thinking with both heart and mind through the wisdom of Kabbalah.

Embracing the Covenant: Converts to Judaism Talk About Why & How

Edited & with Introductions by Rabbi Allan L. Berkowitz and Patti Moskovitz

A practical & inspirational companion to the conversion process for Jews-by-Choice and their families. Provides personal insights from over 50 people who have made this life-changing decision. Also helps non-Jewish family members understand the decision.

Embracing the Divine Feminine: Finding God through the Ecstasy of Physical Love—The Song of Songs Annotated & Explained

Translation & Annotation by Rabbi Rami Shapiro
Foreword by Rev. Cynthia Bourgeault, PhD

This fresh translation renders the Song of Songs as Lady Wisdom offering seekers physical and spiritual intimacy with her so that they might awaken to the unity of God, woman, man and nature. Facing-page commentary provides historical, religious and spiritual insights from Christianity and Judaism as well as comparisons to other translations.

Empowered Judaism: What Independent Minyanim Can Teach Us about Building Vibrant Jewish Communities

Rabbi Elie Kaunfer
Foreword by Prof. Jonathan D. Sarna

The inside story & practical lessons from independent minyanim, one of the most exciting developments in contemporary Judaism. Offers refreshing perspectives on volunteer leadership, strong Jewish community & contemporary struggles in American Judaism.

The Empty Chair: Finding Hope and Joy—Timeless Wisdom from a Hasidic Master, Rebbe Nachman of Breslov

Adapted by Moshe Mykoff and the Breslov Research Institute

Teacher, guide and spiritual master, Rebbe Nachman of Breslov provides vital words of inspiration for life today. With timeless insight and wisdom, he shows us how to fill the empty chairÑthe alienated selfÑby leaving sadness and finding hope and joy.

The Enneagram and Kabbalah, 2nd Ed.: Reading Your Soul

Rabbi Howard A. Addison

Live more harmoniously with yourself and others and discover your own spiritual gateway to God. Together Kabbalah and the personality types of the Enneagram enhance understanding of our deepest motivations, opening us to personal and spiritual growth.

Entering the Temple of Dreams: Jewish Prayers, Movements, and Meditations for the End of the Day

Tamar Frankiel, PhD and Judy Greenfeld

Use the often overlooked time at the end of each day to enhance your spiritual, physical and psychological wellbeing. Shows what traditional Jewish prayers have to teach us about the spiritual aspects of preparing for the end of the day and sleep itself.

Ethical Wills & How to Prepare Them: A Guide to Sharing Your Values from Generation to Generation

Edited by Rabbi Jack Riemer and Dr. Nathaniel Stampfer
Foreword by Rabbi Harold S. Kushner

Ethical wills are precious spiritual documents, summing up what the writers have learned in life, and what they want most for, and from, their families. This unique combination of “what is” and “how to” offers a step-by-step process to help you prepare an ethical will of your own and provides a wide range of contemporary ethical wills for examples.

Ethics of the Sages: Pirke Avot—Annotated & Explained

Translation and Annotation by Rabbi Rami Shapiro

An engaging introduction to the wisdom sayings of the rabbinic sages about matters in life and how to live it with dignity. Fresh, contemporary translation and provocative commentary distills Pirke Avot as a practical guide to living ethically today.

Evolving Halakhah: A Progressive Approach to Traditional Jewish Law

Rabbi Dr. Moshe Zemer

Affirms the system of traditional Jewish law as a developing and moral structure, flexible enough to accommodate the changing realities of each generation. Shows how the traditional framework for understanding Torah can be the living heart of Judaism.

Eyes Remade for Wonder: A Lawrence Kushner Reader

Lawrence Kushner
with an Introduction by Thomas Moore, author of Care of the Soul

A treasury of insight from one of the most creative spiritual thinkers in America. At once deeply human and profoundly spiritual, opens wide the gates of Jewish mysticism and spirituality, helping us peel back the layers of meaning that animate our lives.

Facing Illness, Finding God: How Judaism Can Help You and Caregivers Cope When Body or Spirit Fails

Rabbi Joseph B. Meszler

Find spiritual strength for healing in the wisdom of Jewish tradition. The teachings and wisdom of Jewish tradition can provide comfort and inspiration to help you maintain personal balance and family harmony amid the fear, pain and chaos of illness.

Filling Words with Light: Hasidic and Mystical Reflections on Jewish Prayer

Lawrence Kushner and Rabbi Nehemia Polen

An inspiring spiritual companion that provides fresh insights and meditations into traditional Jewish liturgy for people of all backgrounds. Brings the prayerbook to life and shows how to put more of yourself into the holy words of the Jewish tradition.

Finding a Spiritual Home: How a New Generation of Jews Can Transform the American Synagogue

Rabbi Sidney Schwarz

Offers a penetrating analysis of the American Jewish community, challenging synagogues to respond to a generation of seekers and to satisfy the spiritual hunger of the Ònew American Jew.Ó

Finding Joy: A Practical Spiritual Guide to Happiness

Dannel I. Schwartz with Mark Hass

Find joy through a time-honored, creative and surprisingly practical approach based on the teachings of Jewish mystics. Introduces ancient insights and offers creative, practical, week-by-week exercises to bring them into our daily routines.

First Steps to a New Jewish Spirit: Reb Zalman's Guide to Recapturing the Intimacy & Ecstasy in Your Relationship with God

Rabbi Zalman M. Schachter-Shalomi (z"l) with Donald Gropman

This extraordinary spiritual handbook is a compassionate call to reconnect with your spiritual roots & nourish your relationship with God. Breaks free from ways of Jewish worship that no longer inspire & offers practical ideas for enriching daily life.

Fly-Fishing—The Sacred Art: Casting a Fly as a Spiritual Practice

Rabbi Eric Eisenkramer and Rev. Michael Attas, MD
Foreword by Chris Wood, CEO, Trout Unlimited
Preface by Lori Simon, executive director, Casting for Recovery

In this unique exploration of fly-fishing as a spiritual practice, an Episcopal priest and a rabbi share what it can teach us about awe and wonder in the natural world, the benefits of solitude, the blessing of community and the search for the Divine.