Jewish Practice

Whether you want to know how to do a certain Mitzvah or why it is done, this collection is a great place to begin.
  • By Rabbi Reuven Butler

    • Designed to be read, enjoyed, and studied by all ages, Eretz Yisrael and Its Mitzvos – Shemittah, blends vivid illustrations with basic introduction and clear halachah guidelines, together with the broader messages we may take from these mitzvos to elevate our lives.
    • For parents and talmidei chachamim, the sefer includes many pages of extensive source material for further study.
    • Stunningly illustrated by Shiri Cohen, this large size 9½ by 13½ inch full-color volume – the first of an eventual three-volume series – has been acclaimed as “a children’s book for their parents too,” allowing each one of us to become more familiar with the Shemittah year that makes the Land of Israel special.
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  • The Afikim Foundation has created, selected, and gleaned, a rich collection of vital Jewish texts and popular contemporary works. A range of everything that matters to you, Jewishly, from the foundational and the basic and well beyond.

    Afikim has therefore created The Life Cycle Book Shelf, a brilliantly creative collection designed to inspire and nurture the minds and hearts of thinking, caring, Jews—and their families. It explores, deeply and meaningfully, the full and rich cycle of Jewish life, and range of its beauty and poignance, its joys and sorrows from birth, marriage, parenting—and beyond.

    The Life Cycle Book Shelf has its rightful pride of place in every Jewish home. Because in our homes, as in the cycle of Jewish life, we discuss Jewish ideas. We learn and discover. We question, and we find answers. We think. We grow. We learn more.

    The Life Cycle Book Shelf as part of The Afikim Foundation’s Jewish Shelf Expression Series expresses the idea that the Jewish future has a future, right on your shelf.

    (Picture is for illustration only. Actual books are listed below.)
    Aneni, By Rabbi Yaakov Yosef Iskowitz (Feldheim)
    Marriage, By Rabbi Zelig Pliskin (ArtScroll)
    To Kindle a Soul, By Rabbi Lawrence Kelemen (Menucha Publishers)
    The Journey from Tear to Repair, By Rabbi Raphael B. Butler (K'hal Publishing)
    Simply Jewish, By Rabbi Reuven Epstein (K'hal Publishing)
    Raising Kids to Love Being Jewish, By Doron Kornbluth
    Remember My Soul, By Lori Palatnik (K'hal Publishing)

    Turn Your Husband Into Your Soul Mate by Lori Palatnik (K'hal Publishing)
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  • By Rabbit Reuven Esptein

    Simply Jewish is simply the first book of its kind. A concise, yet comprehensive guide to virtually everything Jewish. Jewish life, holidays, practice and much more; it's all here in an easy-to-read, beautifully illustrated guide to Judaism.

    The Simply Jewish Haggadah is a new Haggadah that explains what to do at the Seder, how to do it, and why we do it! It will help you have an enjoyable and meaningful seder.

    $31.90$24.95
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  • The light of Jewish wisdom, and of an authentic Jewish world view, shines on Chanukah, perhaps, as on no other holiday. The holiday of Chanukah was born out of a clash between two civilizations and two fundamentally different ways of looking at man, at life, and indeed all of reality: This was the essential clash between the Greeks and the Jews; the military clash was secondary.In exploring the messages that lie at the heart of Chanukah, we discover immutable messages that lie at the core of Judaism. Chanukah is the celebration of a vision so lofty and a dedication so deep, that it guaranteed that the Jewish nation, and the Jewish message, would endure - and shine - for all time.Inspiring Lights is a collection of 18 essays from a wide range of educators and writers, each offering another perspective on the timeless messages contained in Chanukah. Some of the themes explored in this precious book are: Chanukah and the Mystical Light of Creation The Unique Relationship of the Jewish Woman to Chanukah Chanukah Echoes in the Garden of Eden The Essence of Jewish Leadership Where Jewish Thought and Greek Thought Part Ways and much more.Whether this is your fifth Chanukah, or your fiftieth, in these pages you will certainly find not only fresh insight and inspiration for your Chanukah celebration, but for all of Jewish life.

    $16.99$13.45
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  • By Gary Sternberg

    The easy-to-use Mezuzah book is the ultimate guide for this observance. Gorgeous print with beautiful pictures, illustrations and simple explanations makes this concise guide a great gift for the complete beginner.Perfect to give someone along with a mezuzah as a how-to guide.

    16 pages.

    Printed on heavy glossy paper.

    $8.95$5.95
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  • The Shabbat Candles booklet is a stunning presentation of the Shabbat Candle blessings. The booklet includes some very brief introductory information about Shabbat (based on the writings of the Sfas Emes) that give newcomers a gentle taste of the spirit and practice of Shabbat. Features gorgeous images of sunsets around the world, accompanying the text.

    Printed on high end Monadnock paper.

    Cover illustration by world famous illustrator.

    $6.95
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  • By Rabbi Reuven Epstein

    Simply Jewish is simply the first book of its kind.

    A concise, yet comprehensive guide to virtually everything Jewish.Jewish life, holidays, practice and much more; it's all here in an easy-to-read, beautifully illustrated guide to Judaism.

    $10.95
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  • There are many wonderful Haggadas, but now, for the first time, there is a new Haggadah that explains what to do at the Seder, how to do it, and why we do it! The Simply Jewish Haggadah, a beautiful, color Haggadah, is your guide to the Passover Seder, and it will help you and your family have a more meaningful Seder. But, The Simply Jewish Haggadah is so much more than just a Haggadah! Other chapters will help you prepare for the Seder; suggest how to lead a meaningful Seder; tell inspiring Passover-related stories (including three from Yaffa Eliach’s classic, Hasidic Tales from the Holocaust); provide an in-depth look at the Ten Plagues and the Exodus; and share recipes from the award winning author Jamie Geller.

    $18.95$16.99
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  • By Gary Sternberg

    The Tefillin Guide is a lovingly crafted 40 page full color guide to one of the most powerful and essential observances in all of Judaism. The Tefillin guide provides simple and easy to understand explanations and instructions so those exploring or new to this practice can get a solid understanding and appreciation of Tefillin.

    The guide also contains deeper information for those looking for a more spiritual understanding as well.

    The Tefillin Guide is a project of The Jewish Life Series.

    $12.95$10.00
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