[ha-Safran] Jerusalem Books ltd Newsletter Passover 2015
Jerusalem Books Newsletter Passover 2015 Dear Friends, Just a few lines about some recent publications from Israel. In the area of Rabbinics, Sifre Kodesh, there are always many candidates for attention. For example Mossad Hrav Kook has some very interesting new titles. On Bible - Humash, 'Haketav ve-ha-Kabbala, by Rabbi Yakov Tsevi of Mecklenberg, Chief Rabbinic Judge of Koenigsberg. The work is edited by Rabbi Moshe Tzuriel. This is an important work by an important late 18th Century CE - Early 19th Century CE scholar. An important German Rabbi who ultimately served in Koenigsberg, Prussia, His work relates and binds the written and oral law and contains important philosophy. (See, for example, his teachings on Ve-Ahavta re'ekha kamokha. We had a two volume work on this in 2006.) Derashot Bet David and Derashot Nahalat David, the, a, Gaon of Minsk. He was a scholar and community Rabbi from 1849-1861. He wrote on Talmud and Halakha and had a wide reputation even among the Christian population. These books of teachings and sermons are newly edited by Rabbi David Nahman Rubenstein. Cat 85474 and 85476 respectively. $ 28-$29.00 Dr Yitzhak Rafael has written a two volume work Kitve Ha-Rav Yehuda Alkalai. The work is also published by Mossad Harav Kook. Rabbi Alkalai (AlKalay) was a Bosnian Sephardi Rabbi who emigrated and lived in Israel. He was a Kabbalist and an early pre-Zionist. Cat. 85469 $66.00 Not all important works come from known publishers. For example Rabbi Menachem Makover has written, edited 'Kalakh Pithe Hakhamale-Ramhal. Referring to 138 chapters examining and analyzing the teachings of R' Moshe Hayim Luzzato zl famous Italian Sage of the 18th Century CE. The book is scholarly and published by Dani sefarim. (about $30). Let us mention a few titles in the realm of Hebrew Literature. First, Eshkol Nevo has released another novel, entitled, Shalosh Komot. Published by Kinneret - Zemora Bitan, isbn 978-965-552-975-3. Cat 85345 $26.00 Veha-Melekh Lo Yada, is a new book by (Hava) Eva Etzioni - HaLevy. The book is a popular historical, biblical novel about the period of King David and Bat Sheva.I would like to make a crude literary comparison to the works of Yochi Brandes who also writes novels with biblical themes. However, her works are considered deeper and more intellectual. On the other hand I note that she has written at least 3 other earlier novels including Efer al Rosha, Ashes on Her Head, 2011 and a more academic title, Erets Shesu'ah. Arye Nir Publications. Cat. 85449 $29.00 I would like to end by wishing you all a Happy Passover and I look forward to seeing, talking with and meeting you all at the upcoming 50th Annual AJL! Sincerely, Jeff Spitzer Jerusalem Books Ltd Jeff Spitzer Jerusalem Books, Ltd. Jerusalem Books Newsletter Passover 2015.docx Description: MS-Word 2007 document __ 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: hasaf...@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.osu.edu https://lists.osu.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran
[ha-Safran] The Resurrection A Critical Inquiry
Announcing the publication of an amazing book by local scholar Michael Alter:The Resurrection, A Critical Inquiryhttp://bookstore.xlibris.com/Products/SKU-000757964/The-Resurrection-A-Critical-Inquiry.aspxUsing disciplines such as astronomy, geophysics, criminology, social sciences and cognitive psychiatry, the text challenges the historical and intellectual foundation of Christianity. Alter hopes that his book will stimulate further analysis and discussion on this critical topic. His extensive research makes this an absolutely mesmerizing read. Etta Gold Congregational Librarian The Janet z”l and Richard Yulman Campus 5950 N. Kendall Drive, Pinecrest, Florida 33156 Direct 786.264.6543 Main 305.667.6667 or 305.665.6228 ext. 128 Fax 305.662.8619 __ 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: hasaf...@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.osu.edu https://lists.osu.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran
[ha-Safran] Audiobooks and e-readers on the Sabbath
Please reply to Elizabeth directly at ebu...@njstatelib.org and to the list as well, Have a happy Pessah. Amalia Hello! I’m the youth services librarian at the New Jersey State Library Talking Book Braille Center. One of our young patrons is low vision, so reads audiobooks and large print books. Because they are not allowed to use electronic devices on Sabbath, it means that they cannot use our digital talking book player or any ereader to read digitally. Due to their young age, most of the reading materials are being read with an ereader to increase the font size. I was wondering if you had any recommendations I could pass along to the family for reading on the Sabbath. Right now, I’m thinking of recommending something like a non-electronic magnifier (like this one - http://www.maxiaids.com/products/12285/1-5x-Full-Sheet-Magnifier-with-Folding-Stand.html ), but anything else I could pass along to the family would be greatly appreciated. I have also reached out to JBI International for their input. Thank you! Elizabeth Burns Youth Services Consultant New Jersey State Library Talking Book Braille Center 2300 Stuyvesant Ave. Trenton NJ 08618 800-792-8322 ext 804 ebu...@njstatelib.org Our website: http://njsltbbc.org/ Youth Services Online Newsletter: http://njsltbbc.org/youth_services/newsletter Twitter: http://twitter.com/NJSLTBBC __ 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: hasaf...@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.osu.edu https://lists.osu.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran
[ha-Safran] Reference Workshop-New York, NY, May 11, 2015
[cid:image003.jpg@01D05C27.48D23500] Association of Jewish Libraries-New York Metropolitan Area Chapter AJL-NYMA Save the date - Monday, May 11, 2015, 1-4 pm! The New York Metropolitan Area Chapter of AJL will hold its 2015 Reference Workshop at Park Avenue Synagogue, 50 East 87th Street, NYC. The program will feature a guided tour of Park Avenue Synagogue's historic building including the Moorish-style sanctuary, the chapel with stained glass windows by abstract expressionist, Adolph Gottlieb, and, of course, the library. Details to follow after Passover. __ 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: hasaf...@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.osu.edu https://lists.osu.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran
[ha-Safran] southern new england-- Judaica book donations
Hi: Do any New Englanders know of any organization that is interested in accepting donations of used Judaica? I frequently get calls from congregants and community members looking for a place that is interested in taking used books of Jewish interest. Our library, in general, does not take donations, and I am frequently asked, If you don't want my stuff, who does? -- In general, people are not that interested in donating to the local Friends of the Public Library I know that when I lived in Baltimore, the local alumni associations of Smith College and Brandeis University had annual book sales that I usually directed people to. They took donations much of the year. Anything like that in Southern New England? Thanks so much, Rachel -- Rachel Lewin, MLS Temple Emanu-El Providence rle...@teprov.org __ 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: hasaf...@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.osu.edu https://lists.osu.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran
[ha-Safran] AJL 2015 Conference Early Bird Deadline April 24
We are excited that so many of you have already registered for the 2015 AJL Conference, Yovel/Jubilee: Celebrating 50 Years of AJL! which will take place from June 21-24 in Silver Spring, Maryland. For those of you who have not yet registered, keep in mind that the April 24 Full Early Bird Registration deadline is less than four weeks away. To register, please go to www.ajlconference2015.eventbrite.com and follow the link to the live event, Association of Jewish Libraries Conference: “Yovel/Jubilee: Celebrating 50 Years of AJL!”. For more information, including details about the hotel, transportation, registration payment options, etc., please go to the conference page of the AJL website (www. http://jewishlibraries.org/content.php?page=Upcoming_Conference ) or see the FAQs on the Eventbrite registration page at the address above. In addition, remember to register for either or both of the optional Wednesday programs at the Library of Congress and the US Holocaust Memorial Museum. You can register for these programs at any time on the Eventbrite registration page (even if you have already registered for the conference). Please contact me with any registration questions at mjes...@comcast.net or 847-926-7903. Marcie Eskin AJL Registrar __ 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: hasaf...@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.osu.edu https://lists.osu.edu/mailman/listinfo/hasafran
