{"product_id":"the-wisdom-of-judaism-teachers-guide-an-introduction-to-the-values-of-the-talmud-paperback","title":"The Wisdom of Judaism Teacher's Guide: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDov Peretz Elkins\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInsights, Ideas and Thoughtful Questions for Discussing with Students the Essential Core of Judaism--the Talmud. A step-by-step guide to creative use of The Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud in the classroom. Each lesson includes: - An opening hook to grab students' attention - Intriguing discussion questions to guide students in a personal exploration of the Talmud - Opportunities for students to engage the text This comprehensive teaching tool will help you guide each student to a deeper understanding of the Talmud and its eternal wisdom. Discover the Talmud and its universal values for all people. While the Hebrew Bible is the cornerstone of Judaism, it is the Talmud that provides many central values for living. The Talmud sets out specific guidelines and lyrical admonitions regarding many of life's ordinary events, and offers profound words of advice for life's most intractable dilemmas. This accessible introduction to the Talmud explores the essence of Judaism through reflections on the words of the rabbinic sages, from one of American Judaism's foremost teachers and writers, Rabbi Dov Peretz Elkins. Dr. Elkins provides fresh insight into ancient aphorisms and shows you how they can be applied to your life today. Topics include: Kindness through Giving, Welcoming and Sharing Human Relationships Personal Values Family Values Teaching and Learning Life's Puzzles Enlightening and inspiring, the values of the Talmud can be appreciated not just by Jews, but by anyone seeking a greater understanding of life and its mysteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRabbi Dov Peretz Elkins\u003c\/strong\u003e, award-winning anthologist, lecturer, educator and author, is coeditor of the best-selling\u003cem\u003e Chicken Soup for the Jewish Soul\u003c\/em\u003e. Widely published in the Jewish and general press, he is author of \u003cem\u003eThe Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud \u003c\/em\u003e(Jewish Lights), and is editor of \u003cem\u003eYom Kippur Readings: Inspiration, Information and Contemplation; Rosh Hashanah Readings: Inspiration, Information and Contemplation\u003c\/em\u003e; and \u003cem\u003eJewish Stories from Heaven and Earth: Inspiring Tales to Nourish the Heart and Soul \u003c\/em\u003e(all Jewish Lights). He is rabbi emeritus of The Jewish Center of Princeton, New Jersey, and a former member of the Committee on Jewish Law and Standards of the Rabbinical Assembly and the Council for Jewish Education. Visit his websites-www.wisdomofjudaism.org and www.eco-judaism.org-for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRabbi Dov Peretz Elkins is available to speak on the following topics: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Taste of Eco-Judaism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChicken Soup for the Jewish Soul\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShabbat: A Day for the Rest of Your Life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHasidic Wisdom and Modern Psychology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Tale of Two Cities-Jerusalem and Washington DC: The Jewish People's Love Affair with the Holy City\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.05 x 11 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 01, 2007\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51800184553760,"sku":"9781580233507","price":9.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/90aabe2e2809cfc972dd690826d57f26.webp?v=1780835432","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-wisdom-of-judaism-teachers-guide-an-introduction-to-the-values-of-the-talmud-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}