[ha-Safran] what happened to jerusalem books ltd newsletter. please repost/post
Dear Friends, This newsletter was prepared before Thanksgiving As the days get shorter we hope that you all have survived hurricane Sandy and the presidential election intact. We are all OK but concerned about everyone under missile attack from Gaza and many of our friends, co-workers, sons, daughters, reservists and regulars who are called up and are ready for action. The good news for now is that Iron Dome works, if imperfectly and negotiations may yet be successful to avoid a ground war. Here in Jerusalem, Israel we continue our work and focus on literary developments. For all those interested in new publications in Yiddish, Moshe David Hayat has published, 'the Drive to Live,' 'Der drang tsum leben,' isbn 978-965-7348-29-1Cat 80499 $ 20.00 Haaretz featured Dr. Hamutal Bar Yossef who has written a new book of prose, entitled, 'Music,' published by Kibbutz ha-Meuhad. The author a professor of Hebrew Literature includes personal stories which also reflect on Israel of the 1950's onward. Please ask about this if interested. Magnes has published, 'Shenayim Yahdav,''Two Together - a new religious secular philosophy,' by Moshe Meir. It is an important work in Jewish Thought and Israel Studies. Cat. # 79857 $26.00 We have seen a new edition of Melakhim be-mikra, Angels in the Bible by Prof. Alexander Rofe. The scholarly work first published in 1979 from Carmel, isbn 978-965-540-266-7. This new edition while not greatly changed is significantly changed. The form and much of the original is preserved but the authors changing views on certain beliefs in certain periods has changed and is discussed. There is an additional apendix on Kohelet, Ecclesiastes. The author is distinguished professor of Biblical and Ancient literature, Hebrew University, Jerusalem. This is an important work, please tell us if you want it or not. Cat. # 80415$ 29.00 Moshe Idel's work, Absorbing Perfections, Kabbala and Interpretations, has been translated and published in Hebrew. Updated by the author, it is published by Miskal Yediot, isbn 978-965-482-969-9. Cat. # 80432 $ 28.00 Having mentioned this we would like to mention, 'Al ha-Yahas ben Dat le-Mistika,' 'On links between religion and mysticism,' published by Carmel, 978-965-540-264-3, Cat. # 80471 $25.00 Jewish History, Jewish Culture and Jewish Philosophy are often intertwined and expressed through books. We have seen some interesting examples. Yakov Laufer has written, 'Mi-Soncino ve-ad Vilna,' the history of publications, printings of the Talmud. Published Hotsa'at Ha-Modia. Cat. # 80130 $ 28.00 Otsar Sifre hakhme Morocco is an important bibliographic, historic work. The editor and publisher is rabbi Shimon Vanunu. It is comprehensive with names histories and title pages of many Moroccan Jewish Sages. This book while easily missed should be acquired by any Jewish research library. Cat. # 80414 $26.00 Six volumes in two sets, four (4) volumes on Torah / Humash and two (2) volumes on Shabbat and Holidays are published under the title, Sefer Imre ha-Rim. Hassidut, 19th Cent CE R' Yitzhak Meir Alter, the founder of Gerrer, (Gur) Hassidut. A new edition, square print/font and with a supra commentary. Cat. # 80424$ 136.00 Rabbi Yosef Elgamil has published a volume on the traditions, teachings, customs, matrimonial law of Karaite Judaism, entitled, 'Shever Yossef.' The 328 page book specifically examines Karaite Halakha an unknown area to many scholars. Also the history of the Karaite community and customs of Baghdad and Egypt are included. Cat 80381 $ 39.00 In closing let us mention an important work which may have escaped notice but is of great importance. 'El Erets hadasha ata over, ha-haggada ha-kibutsit,' the History of the Kibbutz Haggada, by Zvi Shua (Faust). The book includes many dates, years from early 20th Cent CE to 1920's - 1960's and examines the ideological and educational role of the kibbutz haggada. It not only charts the many editions, publications but also relates to Philosophy, Zionism and Socialism. The work even examines the Shoa in Kibbutz Haggadot. The book has a 10 page English intro and deals with a topic that is an enigma in some ways, religious observance in the secular Jewish Kibbutz movement. The book is important for Israel Studies, History as well as Jewish Thought and modern Hebrew Literature. The book is printed at Kibbutz Dalia, published by Shittim, 2011 isbn 978-956-518-087-9. Cat. 80190 $55.00 All of us at Jerusalem Books wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and a pleasant Fall and Winter. Please be in touch, Thanks, Jeff Spitzer Jerusalem Books Ltd. Ron Basher Jerusalem Books LTD. P.O.B 26190 Jerusalem 91261 Israel Newsletter Jerusalem Books Fall 2012.doc Description: MS-Word document __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the
[ha-Safran] AJL Facebook Writer-in-Residence for December: Erika Dreifus
During the summer we had Yona Zeldis McDonough as our Facebook Writer-in-Residence and it was a big success, so we are doing it again! Erika Dreifus will AJL's Facebook Writer-in-Residence during the month of December. Erika is the author of QUIET AMERICANS: STORIES, which is a 2012 ALA Sophie Brody Medal Honor Title. The stories in QUIET AMERICANS are based largely on the histories and experiences of Erika's paternal grandparents, German Jews who immigrated to the United States in the late 1930s; Erika is donating portions of book-sale proceeds to The Blue Card, which supports U.S.-based survivors of Nazi persecution. Additionally, Erika-whose first paying job was serving as a library assistant at her middle school-is a prolific book reviewer and blogger and a passionate advocate for Jewish literature. A regular participant in AJL's Jewish Book Carnival, Erika will also host the Carnival in December on My Machberet, her blog on matters of Jewish literary and cultural interest. She anticipates an exciting month in discussion with AJL's Facebook community and welcomes any early questions or suggestions you may have. Please visit her online at www.erikadreifus.com. Erika herself says I'm honored to have been asked to serve as the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) Facebook Writer-in-Residence during the month of December. What this means is that I'll be conversing with the AJL membership and other friends of the AJL Facebook fan page. I invite you all to check in (and like the page: http://facebook.com/jewishlibraries ), since I plan to cover subjects--such as successful programs and partnerships between/among Jewish libraries, authors, and publishers--that are likely to interest you. (I also welcome discussion topic suggestions.) Please visit http://www.erikadreifus.com/2012/11/wednesdays-work-in-progress-being-a-virtual-writer-in-residence/ to learn more about this. See you on Facebook! Heidi Estrin President, AJL __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) == Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran@lists.service.ohio-state.edu To join Ha-Safran, update or change your subscription, etc. - click here: https://lists.service.ohio-state.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran Questions, problems, complaints, compliments send to: galro...@osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.service.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html Earlier Listserver: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org -- Hasafran mailing list Hasafran@lists.service.ohio-state.edu https://lists.service.ohio-state.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran
[ha-Safran] Chanukah Educational Resources and 335 Chanukah Videos
Hi Everyone! Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, is observed for eight days, beginning on the evening of the 25th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev. This year Chanukah starts Saturday night, December 8, 2012. Chanukah is a wonderful holiday of renewed dedication, faith, hope and spiritual light. It's a holiday that says: Never lose hope. Chanukah commemorates the victory of a small band of Maccabees over the pagan Syrian-Greeks who ruled over Israel. The Jewish Trivia Quiz http://www.jewish-trivia.com What does the Hebrew word Chanukah mean ? What type of foods do we specificaly eat on Chanukah ? What activities are forbidden during Chanukah ? Are woman obligated to light the menorah ? How many candles do we need for all of Chanukah ? Which family was Judah the Maccabee from ? How many branches did the menorah in the temple have ? The above questions are examples from the multiple choice Flash quiz. There are two levels of questions, two timer settings. Both kids and adults will find it educational and enjoyable. Free Chanukah Clipart http://www.jewish-clipart.com Whether you need a picture for your child's class project, a graphic for your synagogue, Hillel or JCC Chanukah announcement, the Jewish Clipart Database has the pictures for you. You can copy, save and print the graphics in three different sizes. There are now 335 (yes, 335!) Cool Chanukah video links at: http://www.jr.co.il/videos/chanukah-videos.htm There is something for everyone. This year's new videos include: Shooby Doob Shloimy - The Chanukah Miracle The Yeshiva Boys Choir - Daddy Come Home StandFour - Eight Nights - Hanukkah Mashup Matisyahu Happy Hanukkah (You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Dreidel) Rube Goldberg Machine Technion Israel - A Chanukah Miracle Gangnam Chanukkah Chanukah The Festival of Lights Overture Marolin Hebrew Academy: Those Were the Nights of Chanukah Chief Rabbi Lord Sacks: The Hidden Story of Chanukah Making Sufganiot in Chaya's Kindergarten Chanukah Oy Chanukah (in Yiddish) Happy Hanukkah from Mevaseret Band and many more To learn more about Chanukah, I posted on my website 125 site links, ranging from from laws and customs to games and recipes. Site languages include English, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German and Italian. The address is: http://www.jr.co.il/hotsites/j-hdaych.htm Chanukah Humor (including lyrics to Chanukah songs) http://www.jr.co.il/humor/chanuka.htm Please forward this message to relatives and friends, so they may benefit from these holiday resources. Thank You! Happy Chanukah! Chag Sameach! Jacob __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) == Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran@lists.service.ohio-state.edu To join Ha-Safran, update or change your subscription, etc. - click here: https://lists.service.ohio-state.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran Questions, problems, complaints, compliments send to: galro...@osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.service.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html Earlier Listserver: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org -- Hasafran mailing list Hasafran@lists.service.ohio-state.edu https://lists.service.ohio-state.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran
