The Jewish Book of Why
$36.26
- Paperback
320 pages
- Release Date
4 March 2003
Summary
A complete, concise, fascinating, and thoroughly informative guide to Jewish life and tradition.
Rabbi Alfred J. Kolatch clearly explains both the significance and the origin of nearly every symbol, custom, and practice known to Jewish culture—from Afikomon to Yarmulkes, and from Passover to Purim. Kolatch also dispels many of the prevalent misconceptions and misunderstandings that surround Jewish observance and provides a full and unfettered look at the biblical, historical, and some…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780142196199 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0142196193 |
| Author: | Alfred J. Kolatch |
| Publisher: | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Imprint: | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 4 March 2003 |
| Weight: | 238g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 132mm x 15mm |
| Series: | Compass |
About The Author
Alfred J. Kolatch
Alfred J. Kolatch was an American rabbi and graduate of Yeshiva College. He was founder, president, and editor in chief of Jonathan David Publishers, as well as the author of more than 50 books. His most popular book, The Jewish Book of Why, spawned a series that has sold more than 1.5 million copies in five languages. He died in 2007.
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