Title: Traditions : the complete book of prayers, rituals, and blessings for every Jewish home /
Authors: Shendelman, Sara.; Davis, Avram.
Publisher: Hyperion,
Year: 1998
Subjects: Judaism Customs and practices; Fasts and feasts Judaism; Jewish families Prayers and devotions English.
Abstract: TRADITIONS is a treasure chest of ancient, traditional, and modern Jewish blessings positioned between two strong currents of reader interest--an enthusiasm for recovering the lost wealth of Judaism and the universal quest for invigorating our daily lives with simple spirituality. Illustrated with stunning modern and archival photography of historical artifacts, religious symbols, and practical elements.
Contents: Introduction -- The Jewish calendar -- Vocabulary of Jewish values -- Part I: the holiday cycle -- Rosh Ha-Shanah -- The ten days of Awe -- Yom Kippur -- Sukkot -- Simchat Torah -- Hanukkah -- Tu Bi-Shevat -- Purim -- Pesah -- Counting the Omer -- Shavout -- Tisha Be-Av -- Part II: Shabbat -- Havdallah -- Blessings for special occassions -- New rituals and celebrations -- Part III: Naming -- Brit Milah -- Shiva -- Bar Mitzvah/Bat Mitzvah -- Ethical will -- List of contributors -- Kosher foods -- Names of God -- New family traditions -- A list of schools and centers -- Bibliography -- Additional readings -- Readings for Jewish spiritual practice -- Acknowledgments -- Dates of the holidays: 1998-2002.