Judaism

Idiot's Guides: Judaism is written by a Rabbi/teacher for both a non-Jewish person who wants to learn about Judaism, as well as any Jewish person who wishes to learn more. Offering a thorough exploration, this book covers:

-- The five books of Moses, Jewish law, history, and the important Jewish scholars

-- Information on Jewish life, the home and family unit, and what to expect at synagogue.

-- A guide to celebrating the Jewish Holy Days and the what the holidays entail.

-- Twenty frequently asked questions about Judaism, with quick answers.

-- Knowledge on how Christianity and Judaism are similar, yet different. Rabbi Jeffrey Wildstein is currently the Rabbi at Temple Beth David, Westwood, MA, having previously served as an Associate Rabbi for Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation, Indianapolis, IN, and Temple Israel, Minneapolis, MN. He has taught many adult learning courses on Basic Judaism, Shabbat Torah Study, God and Theology, and the Talmud. In addition to having taught courses for beginning learners, he has frequently presented to and hosted diverse church communities, counseled interfaith families, and led an interfaith clergy association. His education includes a Certificate in Non-Profit Management for Rabbis, June 2014, from the Hebrew College/Boston University Institute for Non-Profit Management and Leadership, Newton, MA; a Rabbinic Smicha and Master in Hebrew Letters,May 2001, from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Cincinnati, OH; a Juris Doctor, May 1993, from Cornell Law School, Ithaca, NY; and a bachelor of Art in History, cum laude, May 1990 from Yale University, New Haven, CT. Author home: Westwood, MA.