Rabbi Samson Hirschs brilliant exploration of the philosophy underlying the details of practical religious observances. Horeb succeeds in capturing the unifying ideological threads that weave in and out of the 613 commandments of the Bible and constitute the fabric of the Jewish way of life. It is an excellent book both for beginning and advanced students seeking to understand the deeper meaning behind Jewish law and is beautifully translated by the distinguished rabbi and Hirschian scholar, Dayan Dr. I. Grunfeld.
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A Magnificent Man, A Magnificent Book:
Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch was a prolific champion of authentic Judaism in 19th century Germany, and "Horeb" is one of his most significant works. This single-volume edition of "Horeb" includes an English translation and introduction by Dayan Isidor Grunfeld.
Grunfeld's introduction is lengthy and erudite, covering the author, context and content of "Horeb". It has been published separately from "Horeb", and its inclusion in this edition is generous.
"Horeb" is an insightful and original... more info
An important work of Jewish thought:
This great work of Rabbi Shimshon Raphael Hirsch Z"ts"l was translated and introduced by Dayan Dr. I. Grunfeld. It is a remarkable comprehensive work of Jewish thought. It is divided into Six Sections. The first iscalled 'Toroth' Fundamental principles relating to mental and spiritual preparation for life'.
The second is Edoth , Symbolic observances representing truths which form the basis of Israel's life.
The third section is 'Mishpatim- Declarations of justice towards human beings. The fourth... more info
