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The Jewish people are known as “the people of the Book.” Of course, that book is the Torah. There are many other books that come across my desk every year. Some of the most interesting ones are reviewed here.

The Power of Habit – Is This the Key to Teshuva?

February 1, 2022September 21, 2014 by Shlomo Skinner
The Power of Habit

When I first heard the idea my reaction was very negative.

We like to think of ourselves as rational beings.

We think about what we are doing.

We weigh the options and then we act.

However, a Duke University researcher claims that more than 40% of the things you and me do each day are not rational decisions.

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Leadership in the Wilderness – Book Review

February 7, 2022June 1, 2014 by Shlomo Skinner
Leadership in the Wilderness

For several months now I’ve been reading Leadership in the Wilderness by Dr. Erica Brown.

During that whole time I’ve been going back and forth in my mind about whether or not to write a review.

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Why Is Chanukah 8 Days?

December 8, 2021November 28, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
Menorah in Harbin Museum

Chanukah 5774

Why Is Chanukah 8 Days?

One of the interesting aspects of living in Jerusalem are the constant encounters with Jewish history.

For example, one of the Light Rail stops is Shimon HaTzadik, named after one of the High Priests.

When the train pulls into that station I often have two thoughts.

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Book Review – The Sages

February 7, 2022October 17, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
The Sages Vol 3

The Sages by Rabbi Binyamin Lau

 

After the defeat of Bar Kochba the Jewish world was in turmoil. The sages gathered in Usha in the Galilee to strengthen Torah observance.

Their work shaped the Jewish world we live in today.

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Jeremiah – Book Review

February 6, 2022September 11, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
Jeremiah

Last night I had the privilege of hearing Rabbi Dr. Binyamin Lau speak at the Jerusalem Great Synagogue.

It was the official launch of his book Jeremiah – The Fate of a Prophet.

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Five Inspiring Books to Read This Summer

February 7, 2022June 20, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
boy reading a book

Read These Books For A Great Summer

I think I must have been born reading a book.

I can’t hardly remember a time when I didn’t read books.

Don’t get me wrong. It’s not like as a kid I did nothing except read.

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Understanding Onkelos – Book Review

February 7, 2022May 9, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
Understanding Onkelos

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.

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Siddur Nehalel BeShabbat – Another Look

December 8, 2021April 18, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
Nehalel beShabbat

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 keep using it. 🙂

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Siddur Nehalel beShabbat – Book Review

December 8, 2021February 14, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
Nehalel beShabbat

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 to use and the pictures distracting.

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Freiing Out – Book Review

December 8, 2021February 6, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
Freiing Out

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.

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