Re: [ha-Safran]: How about Me'ah Shearim and Public Libraries?
Regarding, Shoshana Langerman's response to my initial e-mail: I would be interested in learning more about these 9 particular libraries. Their approval by Rabbanim for visitation by women and (young) children is in line with what I had stated in my first letter. Similarly, I can see a Torah Jewish Father reading these books at home to one or more of his young children as part of his family responsibilities (ex: bedtime stories, quality time...). But people should be aware that there are probably hundreds of such libraries in Torah communities around the World. They are called Book Gemachs !! However, formalizing these Gemachs to enable Torah Jewish Mothers to pursue a supplementary means of parnassa *other* than Graphic Arts and Teaching (i.e. Library Science), sounds to be a very positive idea. Cheers, Avi Avi Shoub E-libraries Israel Authorized VTLS Marketing Agent Authorized WebClarity Reseller Freelance Technical Writer (02) 999-7543 [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.e-libraries.co.il Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the AJL === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: How about Me'ah Shearim and Public Libraries?
Hello, Janet. My guess is that the premise of your study, as stated, will not bear any accurate results. While I understand the assumptions/observations that you have made and wish to pursue, the term Orthodox Jew no longer has any well defined meaning. Anybody can call themselves an Orthodox Jew with a straight face - and you'll be hard pressed to convince them otherwise. A limited number of people, however, will call themselves a Torah Jew. So, perhaps this group might be a more definitive focus group for your study. Without elaborating on this further, then, may I propose an alternative thesis statement for your study (based on my limited knowledge, anyway)? How about: Why are there no Public Libraries in Me'ah Shearim? In the interim, here are some ideas for your consideration 1) The Public Library of the Torah Jew is called a Beis Midrash. There are differences between the two venues, especially in their purposes. Women are not excluded from Torah study as many claim. Their venues and purposes are simply different. A reputable seminary will provide more details. 2) Since the Torah is all encompasing, there is no real reason for a a Torah Jew to pursue knowledge outside of a Beis Medrash. While it is a valid issue, the lack of tznius in today's public libraries, is really besides-the-point and almost apologetic. Unfortunately, many certifcation granting organizations do not readily accept Talmudic thought or sources. So, a visit to a Public Library for case material might be necessary. The Internet is the ultimate Public Library of today. 3) Consider researching what Torah Judaism has to say about the Septuagint. On the fast of the 17th of Tammuz, we mourn the translation of the Jewish Scriptures into Greek. I think this would bring out some interesting commentary for your study. Hope this helps, Good Luck, Cheers, Avi Avi Shoub E-libraries Israel Authorized VTLS Marketing Agent Authorized WebClarity Reseller Freelance Technical Writer (02) 999-7543 [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.e-libraries.co.il Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the AJL === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
RE: Maccabbees in Hebrew - Correction
Hello, I'm writing to correct a common misunderstanding. Mishnaic and later rabbinical authorities do not discount the miraculous military victories. The institution of the Al-Hanisim liturgy and the acceptance of the book of Maccabees and Josephus Flavius Anitiquities supports this understanding (See the Artscroll pg 33). Rather, the Talmud emphasizes the miracle of the oil to teach us the true lesson of Chanukah. The purpose of the conflict was *not* to establish an independent political state - even though the Jewish People achieved political independence years after the miracle of the oil. Six thousand Charedi avreichim, Rabbis and a Kohen Gadol, together, sought *only* to reclaim control of the Beis Hamikdash (to rededicate it). This was the reason they merited miraculous victory. The miracle of the oil did not begin with the recapture of the Beis Hamikdash. Rather, the miracle began years before the first Maccabean conflict when the Greeks defiled the Beis Hamikdash (B.H.). They thoroughly defiled the B.H. but overlooked the one jug of oil sealed by the Kohen Hagadol (no less). THAT was the real miracle. The oil, having burned beyond its natural span was not that special. This miracle took place every day in the Beis Hamikdash (when it stood). Nor was it necessary for the Jews to use pure oil (Artscroll, 93). It would have sufficed to use the defiled oil. So, why the miracle? To teach us that the **only** thing that makes a difference in life is Torah and Mitzvos (as commanded by G-d). Not ritual customs!! The jug of pure oil was preserved to enable the victorious Jews to merit the mitzvah of menorah lighting to its fullest!! Cheers, Avi Avi Shoub E-libraries Israel Authorized Inmagic Dealer Authorized WebClarity Reseller Authorized VTLS Representative (02) 999-7543 [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.e-libraries.co.il === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran at lists.acs.ohio-state.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc at lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 at osu.edu AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: Onlline libraries vs. Library Software
Hello, all: Having been following this list for some time now, I've noticed a recurring theme, namely that of finding a book (such as the example below). There is inexpensive software that enables you to do this, called BookWhere. If you're interested and would like to support an Israeli startup, then navigate to www.e-libraries.co.il [select English]. However, I haven't noticed much discussion regarding Library automated software. Should anybody have any particular questions regarding Inmagic or VTLS software, then I'll try to be helpful. Cheers, Avi Avi Shoub E-libraries Israel Authorized Inmagic Dealer Authorized WebClarity Reseller Authorized VTLS Representative (02) 999-7543 [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.e-libraries.co.il Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 10:39:57 -0400 From: Michal Avrahamy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [ha-Safran]: Online libraries Hi everyone, Does anyone know how I can check which libraries have a certain book? When I was in Hebrew University we had an online library, and I can imagine that many libraries in the States have an online library service as well, but is there a place where I can find at once for many libraries? === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran at lists.acs.ohio-state.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc at lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 at osu.edu AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
