Lisa Aiken

To Be a Jewish Woman

Essential reading for every JewIf the essence of a Jew's devotion to his G-d can be crystallized into a single fervent proclamation, that proclamation is the Shema. Twice a day, every day, we reaffirm our fundamental belief in the unity of our Creator. In reciting the three additional paragraphs, we refer to the mitzvos of tefillin, mezuzah, and tzizit?so much a part of our daily lives?and remember the Exodus from Egypt. We say the Shema before going to sleep, over a baby boy on the night before his brit milah, and before we die. Thus, Shema literally accompanies us from cradle to grave.Lisa Aiken, Ph.D., has taken this prayer?in so many ways a cornerstone of our Divine service?and compiled a comprehensive, well-researched, and beautifully lucid analysis of its role in Jewish life. She explores the basic principles that underlie the Shema and the nature of the unique attachment between God and his chosen people. A breathtaking array of topics emerge as central to the discussion of this significant prayer. Among them, Dr. Aiken has touched upon the world of evil in this world, the tenets of free will, the indelible marks of spirituality, and far-ranging implications for human relationships. As the author explores the breadth of the meaning behind the familiar words, a panorama profound and awe-inspiring unfolds before the reader: a perspective of life and the human condition that flows from the deepest sources in Torah thought.

The Hidden Beauty of the Shema

Yitzchok Kirzner

"A book on prayer unlike any other -- refreshing, relevant, exciting, deep and invigorating. Each down-to-earth page is filled with stimulating insights that make prayer come alive, that transform it into the most relevant of human activities, that make it what it should and can be -- moments of strength and power, the miracle of man's ability to talk to God and know that God is actually listening." --

The Art of Jewish Prayer

A sensitive discussion of Jewish Woman'multiple roles in the family, synagogue and world at Large. Written by a clinical psychologist who became a Baalat Teshuva.

To be a Jewish Woman

Practical and thorough, this guide integrates professional marriage counseling with traditional Judaism. Readers will find advice on choosing a compatible mate, developing a meaningful and loving relationship, and communicating effectively to overcome problems. This book discuses the challenges of a life together, starting with a Jewish wedding and continuing through sexual intimacy, child rearing, careers, money and other possible roadblocks on the path to maritual fulfillment.

A Guide to Dating and Marriage Enrichment

Beyond Bashert

"Covers every aspect of Jewish dating, marriage, divorce, and remarriage. For singles, it is a step-by-step guide that helps you find a mate and keep that mate for life. For married, divorced, or remarried couples, this is a self-help manual that really works. - Includes case studies that highlight why people succeed or fail in their interpersonal relationships. - Well documented from both a Jewish and contemporary psychological viewpoint. - Pertinent for Jewish men and women from all levels of the Jewish religious spectrum"--

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