The Fourth Commandment: Remember the Sabbath Day

by Francine Klagsbrun

Book Overview

A reinterpretation of the meanings and traditions of the Sabbath in terms of modern life draws on sacred texts from the Bible, Talmud, and Kabbalah, as well as on the origins, history, rituals, and practice of the Sabbath.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0609607456
• ISBN13: 9780609607459
• Release Date: September 2002
• Publisher: Harmony
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.8" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

The Fourth Commandment: Remembering the Sabbath Day

Although many books have been written about the Sabbath, this one is unique: it reflects a woman's perspective, it contains many charming personal anecdotes and at the same time, it is rich in scholarly, historical material. To read this very "reader-friendly" book is to be exposed to centuries of Jewish thought regarding the Sabbath and what it means to be a human being - a creature that can reflect as well as do. Klagsbrun provides an important analysis of our cellphone-glued existence, offering the Sabbath as a vital corrective to our compulsive, over-worked lifestyle. Perhaps the beauty of this book is that it leaves the reader with a sense of hope; it is not only possible to set aside time for rest and reflection, but it is also vitally necessary. If we live in a society that can afford all of the acquisitions that comprise our present-day "necessities," we can also provide the much-needed balance in our lives. This book makes one think that creating a Sabbath is actually possible for Jew and non-Jew alike.If you think you've heard it all about a day of rest, read this book!