A challenging philosophical approach to the search for meaning.
A practical system for cultivating amazement based on ancient sources.
The happiness that comes from developing an expanded awareness.
The kind of spirituality associated with Eastern religions.
The latent transcendental potential everywhere, all the time.

Whether you are a seeker or merely intellectually curious, this book is a unique doorway to the depths of Jewish tradition. The curious will be satisfied merely to look while the seeker will want to step inside.

- Backpack-friendly paperback.
- Illustrated.
- Extensive endnotes for further reading and in-depth study.

"A tremendous resource for anyone concerned with Jewish education, whether professionally, in the family or for themselves."
- Rabbi Dr. Nathan Lopes Cardozo, author of Thoughts to Ponder: Daring Observations about the Jewish Tradition

"Judaism has always seemed dry, lacking in real spirituality. In my heart, I knew that there must be more to it. Then I encountered Rabbi Seinfeld. His approach is deep, spiritual and 'wet'. Seinfeld provides much of what modern American Judaism is missing."
- Nat Goldhaber, 40-year practitioner of Transcendental Meditation

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Jewish Meditation
A Practical Guide

The classic by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.

This is the book that inspired The Art of Amazement. Jewish Meditation: A Practical Guide is more advanced; for someone who has read and digested The Art of Amazement, this book is a natural follow-up.

"Presents a guide to a variety of meditative techniques: mantra meditation (with suggested phrases and Bible verses to use as mantras); contemplation; visualization; experiencing nothingness (which he does not recommend for beginners); conversing with God; and prayer. His instructions are clear and explicit, and his advice is informed and sound, advocating that a simple 20-minute-a-day program can indeed help make the practitioner a better person and a better Jew, and develop a closer relationship to God and things spiritual. Recommended for general collections." -Marcia G. Fuchs, Guilford Free Lib., Ct. (c) 1985 Reed Business Information, Inc. (from Amazon.com)

Jewish Meditation: A Practical Guide

Meditation and the Bible
by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan

Another amazing book.

This is what they should have taught us in Sunday School - that meditative techniques were central to Biblical personalities.

As one amazon.com reviewer writes, "Rabbi Kaplan, arguably the most prolific, cogent, and accessible of writers on Jewish esoterica and mysticism, explores how the Torah's Prophets used meditation as a tool to foster their prescience. The book also serves as an incisive gloss on aspects of the Torah, explicating the esoteric meaning underlying various elements of it. The section on Psalm 119 alone is worth the price of the book. Kaplan's objective in all of his works is to get at the heart of Judaism, to use the form to understand the substance. Meditation and The Bible is an important part of his oeuvre. Irrespective of one's religion, this book instils the sense that the reader is being let in on secrets of The Bible previously unknown to all except true Initiates, whoever they might be. Add it to your Kaplan collection. If you don't have a collection of his other books, this should inspire you to start one.." -Louie Napolie

Meditation and the Bible

Worldmask
by Rabbi Akiva Tatz

OK, we're breaking the rule and recommending a hardcover book.

We don't like recommending hardcover books because they tend to stay at home, and we like portable books for follow-up. But this book is worth it.

Rabbi Tatz presents the fundamental Jewish philosophy that our senses deceive us reality is very different than what we perceive. He then shows how our life circumstances and various Jewish practices are designed to teach us this wisdom.

Worldmask

The Soul Diet:
Ten Steps Towards Metaphysical Health

by Rabbi Yitzchak Goldman

Here is another great hardcover book.

While advising and counseling people across the spectrum, Pacific Northwest Jewish educator Rabbi Yitzchak Goldman often found himself centered on the same root causes of concern: People are not focused, are filled with ideas randomly plucked from their periphery, and are too quick to change their environment rather than change themselves.

The need to address this fundamental problem is what set The Soul Diet concept in motion, a no-holds-barred approach to restricting the invasion of pseudo-wisdom that is shaping core values and causing a general state of confusion in the minds of many. The Soul Diet is not an easy journey. But for those readers weary of cosmetic and clichéd solutions to deeply ingrained thoughts and behaviors, this book will lead the reader through an exciting adventure; the rediscovery of oneself.

The Soul Diet: Ten Steps Towards Metaphysical Health

Jewish Matters

Edited by Doron Kornbluth

In this lightweight, pocketsize book, twenty-three Jewish leaders, thinkers, and educators offer their insights and knowledge on topics as varied as relationships, prayer, mysticism and happiness.

Jewish Matters: A Pocketbook of Knowledge and Inspiration

Jewish Women Speak about Jewish Matters

Edited by Doron and Sarah Tikvah Kornbluth

The power-packed sequel to the bestselling Jewish Matters. Each of the twenty-four hand-picked essays illuminates a different issue affecting Jewish women of today. JWS is popular with women from across the religious spectrum. Topics discussed include: women in the workplace, women and spirituality, and the Biblical view of women.

Jewish Women Speak About Jewish Matters

The Little Book of Big Jewish Questions
130 Questions About Life, the Universe & Everything

By David Ordan

Some people ask questions. Others want answers. This book is for people who ask questions. (And want to have fun along the way!).

The Little Book of Big Jewish Questions

Between Silence and Speech
Essays on Jewish Thought

By Nathan T. Lopes Cardozo

In this volume, Nathan T. Lopes Cardozo, highly regarded author and lecturer, examines some of the most controversial topics in Jewish thought and law.

Between Silence and Speech: Essays on Jewish Thought

The Lonely Man of Faith

By Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik

Lonely Man of Faith is the life and legacy of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik. Throughout his life, in Europe, NewYork and Boston, he struggled to forge a path between Jewish tradition and the modern age, an ordeal that frequently resulted in loneliness.

The Lonely Man of Faith

Do One Nice Thing:
Little things you can do to make the world a lot nicer

By Debbie Tenzer

Do One Nice Thing has many new, easy ideas for small deeds that anyone can do (and includes explicit information on how exactly to execute the ideas, so you don't have to go digging for information or resources).

Do One Nice Thing: Little Things You Can Do to Make the World a Lot Nicer

The Anthology of Jewish Mysticism

By Raphael Ben Zion

This fascinating collection includes some of the major ideas in Jewish mysticism. From the intriguing 16th century work by Rabbi Moshe Cordovero to the complex Ma'amar Patach Eliyahu (The Speech of Elijah).A superb introduction to some of the greatest works of Jewish mysticism!

The Anthology of Jewish Mysticism

Book of Our Heritage

By Eliyahu Ki Tov

Greatest introduction to Jewish lifecycle ever written. No matter how knowledgeable you are or not, you will find this a resource of information and stories that will engage you year after year.

Book of Our Heritage

The Glue Factor

By Tzvi Gluckin

This book is everything you ever wanted to know about word-of-mouth recruitment on a college campus. You will learn about the 12 standard recruitment techniques: what works, what doesn't, and why.

The Glue Factor: The Sticky Secret of Campus Recruiting

Remember My Soul

By Lori Palatnik

Remember My Soul provides the comforting voice of wisdom at life's most painful moment. It is a guided journey through shiva and the stages of Jewish mourning.

Remember My Soul - What to Do in Memory of a Loved One: A Path of Reflection and Inspiration for Shiva, the Stages of Jewish Mourning and Beyond