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You Shall Strengthen Them: A Rabbinic Letter on the Poor
You Shall Strengthen Them: A Rabbinic Letter on the Poor, was derived from earlier published essays
Purim Song Sheet
This 1-page song sheet, prepared by Yossi Hoffman, contains the text, transliteration, and translation of popular songs for Purim.
Al Ha-nissim
This ready-to-use text, which includes commentary and kavanot, has been excerpted from Or Hadash: A
Lighting the Hanukkah Candles: Blessings & Songs
Text, translation, and transliteration of the blessings and popular songs to accompany the lighting
Tishah B'Av Resources
Most of these resources have been excerpted from Siddur Tisha B'Av PDF, Copyright 2003, The Rabbinical Assembly.
בדיקת חמץ: The Search for Hameitz
This one-page sheet includes text, instructions, and transliteration for the ritual of searching for hameitz and the destruction of hameitz.
Book Talk: Judaism is About Love with Shai Held
Book Talk: Judaism is About Love (Shai Held)
Wednesday, September 18, 12pm ET//9am PT//7 pm Israel time
Join us for a book presentation by our colleague Sharon Brous on his new book Judaism is About Love: Recovering the Heart of...
Heshvan Hevruta Sign-Up 5785
Recharge and reconnect after the High Holiday season with our new Heshvan Hevruta program November 3-27, 2024. Dive into learning about Spiritual Leadership, and build a meaningful relationship with a fellow RA member. This four-session asynchronous...
Beyond the Sermon: Stories of Pastoral Guidance
Samuel Chiel
Out of Print
List price $12.95
ISBN 978-0-916219-26-0
Pages 96 pb
These essays provide mentorship and insights for rabbinical students and rabbis. The essays “provide a personal, touching...
Tradition and Change: The Development of Conservative Judaism
Mordecai Waxman
Out of Print
List price $14.95
ISBN 978-0-8381-3116-9
Pages 477 pb
Originally published in 1958, this volume contains an extended introduction by the editor followed by classic statements by...
The Seminary at 100: Reflections on the Jewish Theological Seminary and the Conservative Movement
Nina Beth Cardin and David Wolf Silverman, editors
Out of Print
List price $17.95
ISBN 978-0-916219-05-5 (Paperback), 978-0-916219-04-8 (Hardcover)
Pages 475 pb
Published in 1987, this landmark anthology...
It's a Mitzvah!
Bradley Shavit Artson
Out of Print
List price $18.00
ISBN 978-0-87441-585-8
Pages 244 pb
A guide to Jewish living for those seeking to increase their level of Jewish commitment. From lighting Shabbat candles...
Or Hadash: A Commentary on Siddur Sim Shalom
Reuven Hammer
Out of Print
(Travel Edition)
List price: $22.00
ISBN 978-0-916219-30-7
Pages 360 pb
Ideal for travel and personal...
Mahzor for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
Jules Harlow, editor
(out of print)
ISBN 978-0-87441-148-5
Pages 816 hc
A translation in modern English for meaningful devotional use by contemporary Jews. Explanatory notes and guides to the liturgy with new...
Conservative Judaism: Covenant and Commitment
Bradley Shavit Artson
This tri-fold pamphlet presents an elegant statement explaining the beliefs, philosophy, and practices of Conservative Judaism. Ideal for synagogues and adult education...
Jewish Medical Directives For Health Care / Living Will
Aaron L. Mackler, editor
Approved by the Committee on Jewish Law and Standards of the Conservative Movement, this packet of information includes Heath Care Directive and Proxy Directive forms conforming to the legal...