The Letter and the Spirit: Letters

Schneersohn, Menaḥem Mendel

Schneerson, Menachem M.

Mindel, Nissan

Biographies & Memoirs

Kehot Pubns Society

The philosophical and mystical significance of the Mitzvot - the Divine percepts of the Torah - are succinctly explained in this classic essay by a distinguished author and scholar of Chasidism. Providing insight into the power of tangible deed as a means of bringing life and Divine benevolence into the physical world, this brief work answers many basic questions about man and G-d. New revised edition, newly typeset, and it also includes an index.

The Divine Commandments: The Significance and Function of the Mitzvot in Chabad Philosophy

Religion & Spirituality

Judaism

As for me MY PRAYER: A commentary on the daily, Shabbat &amp; Festival Prayers. Authored by the late Rabbi Dr. Nissan Mindel, noted scholar and prolific author, and first published in 1972, it quickly became a standard text on the Siddur. In arranging the structure of our daily prayers, the Sages selected Biblical and Talmudic passages that would evoke and articulate one`s deepest religious feelings, to convey the sublime outpouring of the heart and inspire the cleaving of the soul to G-d. At the same time, they include texts that express the basic truths and tenets of Judaism, from elementary moral and ethical values to the highest concept of Monotheism as proclaimed in the Shema. Volume one provides a profoundly illuminating commentary on the morning, afternoon and evening prayers, on Grace After Meals and the Prayer Before Retiring to Bed. A comprehensive introduction explores the deeper, often mystical, content of the daily prayers. Volume two is devoted to the Shabbat prayers. A short yet incisive Introduction explores the unique nature of Shabbat. Shabbat and Festivals are days of spiritual rest and regeneration, when everyone has the opportunity to take an unhurried contemplative approach to prayer. The Shabbat and Yom Tov prayers will assume a new and rich dimension in the light of this comprehensive study. The two-volume reissue of this classic work has been completely redesigned beautifully ensconced in a gift-worthy slipcase. Volume two includes additional previously unpublished material, including short essays on Sefirat HaOmer, the Festivals and High-Holiday prayers, Tashlich and Kapparot, Blessing of the New Moon, Eiruv Tavshilin, the Priestly Blessing, Shoshanat Yaakov, Akdamot and Pidyon Haben. "The deeper content of the familiar Siddur (prayer book) is sadly unfamiliar to the average layman," says Kehot editor Rabbi Avraham D. Vaisfiche. "For the individual eager to gain a deeper understanding of our sacred prayers, MY PRAYER, opens new vistas in how the Siddur is a source book of Jewish ethics and basic concepts of Judaism."

My Prayer

This volume is not a translation of the prayer book, but rather a commentary and an exposition. 
Our daily prayers consist almost entirely of selections and readings from our sacred literature, our Holy Bible and the Talmud. The selection and order of these prayers are the creation of our Divinely-inspired Prophets and Sages. Thus, our prayers echo the eternal and infinite word of G-d. We address ourselves to G-d in His own words, inasmuch as human language is too poor and too limited to convey the sublime. 
In arranging the structure of our daily prayers, our Prophets and Sages of old were mindful to select Biblical and talmudic passages which would evoke our deepest religious feelings and inspire our soulful attachment to our Father in Heaven. They clearly intended the prayer book to be both inspirational and instructive. 
Human nature, unfortunately, is such that the repetition of these prayers tends to reduce their influence and meaning. This then is the main purpose of the present commentary: To bring out and expound a deeper understanding of our daily prayers.

As for Me- My Prayer: A Commentary on the Daily Prayers

Merkos L'inyonei Chinuch Kehot Publication Society

This volume is not a translation of the prayer book, but rather a commentary and an exposition. Our Sabbath prayers consist almost entirely of selections and readings from our sacred literature, our Holy Bible and the Talmud. The selection and order of these prayers are the creation of our Divinely-inspired Prophets and Sages. Thus, our prayers echo the eternal and infinite word of G-d. We address ourselves to G-d in His own words, inasmuch as human language is too poor and too limited to convey the sublime. In arranging the structure of our Sabbath prayers, our Prophets and Sages of old were mindful to select Biblical and Talmudic passages which would evoke our deepest religious feelings and inspire our soulful attachment to our Father in Heaven. They clearly intended the prayer book to be both inspirational and instructive. Human nature, unfortunately, is such that the repetition of these prayers tends to reduce their influence and meaning. This then is the main purpose of the present commentary: To bring out and expound a deeper understanding of our Sabbath prayers.

As For Me...My Prayer - A Commentary on the Daily and Shabbat Prayers, Volume 2: Shabbat Prayers

Jewish stories are part of the heritage of our people, often capturing the essence of Jewish experience. the stories in this volume will provide hours of reading enjoyment for older children and teenagers. Parents and teachers will turn to them again and again when they are called upon to be storytellers themselves. The contribution of Nissan Mindel to the treasury of Jewish stories is inestimable. He has, for the past five decades, researched and presented to both English and Yiddish reading audiences stories mined from sources inaccessible to the average person. They cover a wide range of subjects: Great Jewish personalities, the festivals, Jewish life in medieval and pre-Holocaust times, the Holocaust, and life behind the Iron Curtain. 
The world of innkeeper and nobleman, shepherd and woodchopper, spice merchant and gem dealer, comes alive to reveal to us the workings of Divine Providence and the events that helped shape Jewish history.

The Storyteller: Selected Short Stories

Children's Books

Literature & Fiction

A colorful and comprehensive study of the festivals celebrated during the Hebrew month of Tishrei: their laws, customs, history and significance. The book is liberally sprinkled with popular stories and parables about Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur Succot, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. An indispensable guide for young and old, and for home and school. Newly revised, illustrated edition.

The Complete Story of Tishrei (The Festival Series)

The exciting history of the Maccabees and their heroic battles and the miracle of the oil. Includes "Tales of the Chanukah Lights" and the laws and customs of Chanukah.

The Complete Story of Chanukah (The Festival Series)

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The Letter and the Spirit: Letters

The Divine Commandments: The Significance and Function of the Mitzvot in Chabad Philosophy

My Prayer

As for Me- My Prayer: A Commentary on the Daily Prayers

As For Me...My Prayer - A Commentary on the Daily and Shabbat Prayers, Volume 2: Shabbat Prayers

The Storyteller: Selected Short Stories

The Storyteller: Selected Short Stories

The Storyteller: Selected Short Stories

The Complete Story of Tishrei (The Festival Series)

The Complete Story of Chanukah (The Festival Series)