My People's Passover Haggadah: Traditional Texts, Modern Commentaries Volume 1 | 
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In two volumes, this empowering resource for the spiritual revival of our times enables us to find deeper meaning in one of Judaism's most beloved traditions, the Passover Seder. Rich Haggadah commentary adds layer upon layer of new insight to the age-old celebration of the journey from slavery to freedom--and makes its power accessible to all. This diverse and exciting Passover resource features the traditional Haggadah Hebrew text with a new translation designed to let you know exactly what the Haggadah says. Introductory essays help you understand the historical roots of Passover, the development of the Haggadah, and how to make sense out of texts and customs that evolved from ancient times. Framed with beautifully designed Talmud-style pages, My People's Passover Haggadah features commentaries by scholars from all denominations of Judaism. You are treated to insights by experts in such fields as the Haggadah's history; its biblical roots; its confrontation with modernity; and its relationship to rabbinic midrash and Jewish law, feminism, Chasidism, theology, and kabbalah. No other resource provides such a wide-ranging exploration of the Haggadah, a reservoir of inspiration and information for creating meaningful Seders every year. Commentators: - David Arnow-The World of Midrash
- Carole B. Balin-Modern Haggadot
- Marc Brettler-Our Biblical Heritage
- Neil Gillman-Theologically Speaking
- Alyssa Gray-Medieval Commentators
- Arthur Green-Personal Spirituality
- Joel M. Hoffman-Translating the Haggadah
- Lawrence A. Hoffman-History of the Haggadah
- Lawrence Kushner and Nehemia Polen-Chasidic Voices
- Daniel Landes-The Halakhah of the Seder
- Wendy I. Zierler-Feminist Voices
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• Outstanding! But Be Sure This Is What You Are Looking For. 29 February, 2008
Lawrence Hoffman is a leading scholar and writer in the Reform Jewish movement, though he pays due attention to Orthodox traditions for the historical perspective. He has a series of "My People's...." books which examine the practice and evolution of Jewish ritual and prayer.
His "My People's Haggadah" is published in two volumes and is a detailed commentary on the content of the traditional Haggadah, the book that in various forms (there are thousands of versions) is used to structure the Seder service and meal that Jews participate in during the holiday of Passover. His insights are illuminating, scholarly, and in some cases, provocative, but always worthwhile. My only caveat would be that this is not the casual reader's guide to the Haggadah, nor a simple summary of the Reform observance of Passover. This book requires a certain amount of commitment to study. Highly recommended, if this is your area of interest or curiosity.
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