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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
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.
Al Ha-nissim for Yom Ha-atzmaut
Siddur Sim Shalom for Shabbat, Festivals, and Weekdays incorporated a new Al Ha-nissim prayer, which was modeled on the versions recited at Hanukkah and on Purim into the Amidah and Birkat Ha-mazon.
RTI Family Systems Intensive Application
We are excited to share a new “track” concept at Rabbinic Training Institute (RTI) this year! The Family Systems Intensive is by application AND only available after you have registered for RTI from January 12 - 16, 2025, to be held at The...
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...