Category Archives: Book Review

Understanding Onkelos – Book Review

If there is thing that I’ve noticed over the years, it’s that many people are afraid of Onkelos. I’ve seen it both when I was teaching in yeshiva and now in my tutoring. Imagine this scene: I’m leading a group … Continue reading →

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Siddur Nehalel BeShabbat – Another Look

I’ve been using the new Siddur Nehalel BeShabbat for a number of weeks now and really enjoying it. I’m sure you’re shocked. After all, just because I wrote a positive review about the siddur, doesn’t mean that I have to … Continue reading →

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Siddur Nehalel beShabbat – Book Review

I received Siddur Nehalel beShabbat in the mail last Wednesday. A quick glance through the siddur told me that this is something special. I have to admit, I’m not a fan of the Nevarech Bencher. I’ve always found it difficult … Continue reading →

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Freiing Out – Book Review

Rabbi Binyamin Tanny is not a polished author. He says so himself. And he doesn’t apologize for it. His writing is sharp and to the point. No one will ever doubt where he stands on the issues. His new book … Continue reading →

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The Ohr Olam Edition Mishnah Berurah – Book Review

It’s amazing how some events are permanently written into my memory. I was standing in the home of my friend Yitz about 20 years ago. He had just learned that Feldheim was publishing an English translation of the Mishnah Berurah. … Continue reading →

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The Kosher Grapevine – Book Review

It’s Book Week here in Israel. Many of the Jewish publishers are participating. Even if you can’t make it to any of the local events, you will also find discounts online. I suggest that you keep your eyes out for … Continue reading →

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The Biblical Outlook – Book Review

With Shavuot just around the corner, it seems like an appropriate time to review The Biblical Outlook – Topics in Jewish Philosophy by Rabbi Shlomo Polachek. Rabbi Polachek’s goal is to explain Jewish philosophy untainted by non-Jewish sources. He begins … Continue reading →

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