A People A Country A Heritage Volume II: Torah Inspiration from the Land of Israel

by Rabbi Joshua Gerstein

Overview

In this unique two volume work, Rabbi Joshua Gerstein delves into the weekly Torah portions with one goal in mind: to demonstrate that the Torah is a living and breathing guide with extraordinary relevance and insight for contemporary Jewish life. The imperative of Ahavat Yisrael, the centrality of the Land of Israel, the beauty of Jewish living, and the importance of Halacha and Torah study, are among the main themes outlined in this work. Using a wide array of sources from classical and contemporary Rabbinic scholarship, he weaves together an elaborate tapestry which is sure to leave readers with a newfound appreciation and understanding for the timeless text of the Torah.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781663562654
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	09/06/2020
Pages:	412
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 1.06(d)

About the Author

RABBI JOSHUA GERSTEIN, originally from Lancaster, Pennsylvania made aliyah to Israel in 2007. He received his semichah from Rabbi Shlomo Kassin of the Midrash Sephardi of Jerusalem, as well as from Rabbi Aharon Ziegler of Kollel Agudat Achim. Rabbi Gerstein holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Touro College and a Master’s degree in Jewish Education from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Since moving to Israel, he has taught Gemara and Jewish thought in yeshivot and gap-year programs for North American youth. Currently, Rabbi Gerstein serves as a Captain in the IDF Military Rabbinate, providing religious services and programming for the Ultra-Orthodox combat soldiers of Battalion 97 Netzach Yehuda. Rabbi Gerstein lives in Jerusalem with his wife and family.