Description: Further DetailsTitle: The Prophets: Speaking Out for JusticeCondition: NewEAN: 9780874416008ISBN: 9780874416008Publisher: Behrman House Inc.,U.S.Format: PaperbackRelease Date: 01/21/2010Description: An ideal course of study before students undertake b'nai mitzvah preparation, The Prophets: Speaking Out for Justice explores the lives of seven prophets and the Jewish values they exemplify. Stories based on biblical texts bring each prophet vividly to life, while narrative provides historical context for considering the challenges faced by the prophets in their own day. Connections to modern-day events and people are explored as well, helping students discover the relevance for today in the ancient messages of our biblical ancestors. Questions throughout the text address students directly, to get them thinking and to draw out their views. Contents: Introduction Moses: Radical Shepherd of Israel Samuel: Reluctant Kingmaker Elijah: Zealous Critic of the King Amos: Faithful Friend of the Covenant Isaiah: Righteous Spirit of Worship Jeremiah: Persistent Voice of Teshuvah Jonah: Runaway Messenger of Mercy Special Features: In the Footsteps of the Prophets: Highlights modern day figures who reflect values discussed in each chapter. Prayer Connections explain the origin of a number of key prayers and their place in the liturgy, including Mi Chamochah, the Amidah, and the Kedushah. Historical Notes provide context for each prophet by explaining political and cultural challenges of the times. Maps in each chapter help locate the prophets in place as well as in biblical history. A Values Index guides teachers in leading discussions about the role of each prophet in the development of our value system. A Companion Website, www.thejewishprophets.com, links to additional examples of modern-day teens and adults who walk "in the footsteps of the prophets," as well as ideas for service projects. A complete Lesson Plan Manual is available, which makes The Prophets: Speaking Out for Justice highly teachable even with limited preparation time. Assessments included throughout. Language: EnglishCountry/Region of Manufacture: USItem Height: 254mmItem Length: 215mmAuthor: Behrman HouseGenre: Philosophy & SpiritualityRelease Year: 2010 Missing Information?Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.
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Publication Name: The Prophets: Speaking Out for Justice
Title: The Prophets: Speaking Out for Justice
EAN: 9780874416008
ISBN: 9780874416008
Release Date: 01/21/2010
Release Year: 2010
Country/Region of Manufacture: US
Item Height: 254mm
Publisher: Behrman House, Incorporated
Topic: Ethics, General, Biblical Studies / Prophets, Biblical Criticism & Interpretation / Old Testament, Jewish Studies
Book Title: Prophets: Speaking Out for Justice
Publication Year: 2010
Number of Pages: 1 Pages
Language: English
Genre: Law, Religion, Social Science
Author: Behrman House
Item Length: 10 in
Item Width: 8.5 in
Format: Trade Paperback
