Tzedakah: Can Jewish Philanthropy Buy Jewish Survival? - Softcover
The meaning of Judaism in America is intimately tied to tzedakah, "the charity that is righteousness." In practical and engaging discussions, Dr. Jacob Neusner compares primary sources - Tosefta, Talmud, and Maimonides - and the practice of synagogues, organizations, and communities in the United States today. His question "Can Jewish philanthropy buy Jewish survival?" paves the way to a new to a new evaluation of the sacred nature of giving to others. His answer spells hope for our community.
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- PublisherRossel Books
- Publication date1982
- ISBN 10 0940646072
- ISBN 13 9780940646070
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages160
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Tzedakah: Can Jewish Philanthropy Buy Jewish Survival?
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Rossel Books
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ISBN 10: 0940646072
ISBN 13: 9780940646070
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