Rejoice in Your Festivals is a valuable addition to the libraries of those who enjoy the infinite revelations in Torah study. Containing thirty eight previously unpublished derashot of Rabbi Zvi Dov Kanotopsky, of blessed memory, this book adds new dimensions to our understanding and enjoyment of Pesach, Shavuot and Sukkot. At once timeless and timely, many of the derashot were written at historic moments such as the end of World War II and the rescue of Holocaust survivors, the establishment of the State of Israel, and the miraculous Israeli victories against the Arab armies. All of the derashot provide valuable insight and inspiration to help us address the complex challenges we face today as a people and as individuals. Firmly rooted in the teachings of our Talmudic sages and Biblical commentators, the derashot show the creativity and passion of Rabbi Kanotopsky, a brilliant disciple of Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik, of blessed memory, and a dynamic orator and communal leader.
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Very interesting and relevant:
Dr. David Zomick took the sermon notes of his beloved rabbi and expanded them into just over three dozen sermons on the three biblical holidays Pesach, Shavuot and Sukkot. His drafts were reviewed by the late rabbi's family who concurred in what Dr. Zomick wrote. One is reminded of the works of the students of the great philosopher Aristotle who transcribed his notes or the notes they took of his lectures. But while the Aristotelean books are rational in nature, Rabbi Kanotopsky's writings are homiletical,... more info
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These are pulpit speeches written years ago that still hold relevance today. Rabbi K obviously put all he had into writing and delivering these words. Something to read and reflect on. Good conversation points.
