PS: Aviva – Since you said a narrative is preferred this list of books might be engaging. Even though they are personal narratives of converts to Judaism, all are fascinating stories of journeys to Judaism and learning about its laws and traditions. I read them all and enjoyed each one. Hindishe · Migrant soul : the story of an American ger, Avi Shafran, Southfield, Mich. : Targum Press ; Spring Valley, N.Y. : distributed by Feldheim Publishers, 1992. · Ordained to be a Jew : a Catholic priest's conversion to Judaism, John David Scalamonti , Hoboken, NJ : Ktav, c1992 · From Tokyo to Jerusalem, Abraham Kotsuji , [New York] B. Geis Associates; distributed by Random House [c1964] · Strangers no more : one family's exceptional journey from Christianity to Judaism, Shlomo ben Avraham Brunell, Jerusalem ; New York : Gefen, 2005 · The mountain family : an Appalachian family of 12 -- and their fascinating journey to Judaism, Tzirel Rus Berger with Penina Neiman, Brooklyn, N.Y. : The Shaar Press, 2013. · Running the race in the wrong direction, L. F. Allen , W.D.V. Allen Publishers, [2012]
From: Hindishe Lee Sent: Monday, December 4, 2023 2:23 PM To: Aviva Rosenberg <aviva.h.rosenb...@gmail.com>; Hasafran@lists.osu.edu Subject: RE: [EXT] - [ha-Safran] Memoir or other engaging read to learn about Judaism Dear Aviva, Below are some suggestions for introductory books on Judaism. Hindishe Lee Hedi Steinberg Library Beren Campus Yeshiva University · Understanding Judaism : the basics of deed and creed Rabbi Benjamin Blech, Northvale, N.J. : J. Aronson, 1992 · The complete idiot's guide to understanding Judaism Rabbi Benjamin Blech, New York, NY : Alpha Books, c1999 * Discover : answers for teenagers (and adults) to questions about the Jewish faith Dov Moshe Lipman, Jerusalem; New York : Feldheim, c2006 · The rhythms of Jewish living : a Sephardic exploration of the basic teachings of Judaism Rabbi Marc D. Angel, Northvale, N.J. : Jason Aronson, c1997 · Why Be Jewish?: A Guide for Discovering and Maintaining Jewish Traditions and Values Richard D. Bank, Jason Aronson, Northvale, NJ, 2001 · Understanding Judaism: a basic guide to Jewish faith, history and practice Mordechai Katz , Brooklyn, N.Y. : Mesorah Publications, c2000 From: Hasafran <hasafran-boun...@lists.osu.edu<mailto:hasafran-boun...@lists.osu.edu>> On Behalf Of Aviva Rosenberg via Hasafran Sent: Monday, December 4, 2023 7:54 AM To: Hasafran@lists.osu.edu<mailto:Hasafran@lists.osu.edu> Subject: [EXT] - [ha-Safran] Memoir or other engaging read to learn about Judaism **External Email** I had a request from a friend who's colleague is looking for a book she can read to learn about Judaism. In order to keep her interest and attention, she's hoping to find a memoir or some other engaging narrative. I don't think I had a request from a friend who's colleague is looking for a book she can read to learn about Judaism. In order to keep her interest and attention, she's hoping to find a memoir or some other engaging narrative. I don't think it needs to be a complete Judaism 101, just something that will inform and maybe invite further research or learning. Even a quality work of fiction might suit the purpose at this point. Any suggestions? Thanks, Aviva Rosenberg
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