The Mitzvot: The Commandments and Their Rationale - Couverture rigide

Chill, Abraham

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 9657108144 ISBN 13 : 9789657108147

Editeur : Urim Publications, 2000

Synopsis

Recognized as a classic in the field, this book is a pioneering study dealing with the traditional rationale behind the 613 commandments, or mitzvot, in the Torah. The author draws on the considerable literature to present the interpretation of the great rabbinical thinkers on each biblical commandment throughout the ages. Excerpts from the key commentaries are given in English translation. The book provides easy reference for the student interested in the systematic study of the mitzvot and for anyone interested in additional information on a particular commandment.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Abraham Chill was, among other posts he held, the first rabbi at the United States Military Academy in West Point. After serving as a rabbit in Newburgh, New York, and Nashville, Tennessee, he became rabbi of Congregation Sons of Abraham in Providence, Rhode Island, a position he held until his retirement.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Urim Publications
• Date d'édition: 2000
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9657108144
• ISBN 13: 9789657108147
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 542
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible