Free Downloads Not In Heaven: The Nature And Function Of Halakha
Paperback: 131 pages
Publisher: Ktav Pub Inc (March 1983)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0881250511
ISBN-13: 978-0881250510
ASIN: 0881250031
Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.8 ounces
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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The book gives the reader a good background in the history of Halakha (jewish law) and contains the authors suggestions for its future. Truly stimulating and possibly life changing. An easy read for a philosophy book.
Rabbi Berkovits was one of the important Jewish thinkers of the twentieth century. In this work he strives to explain the way the Halachah( Jewish law ) works. He explains the Nature and Function of Halachah, the Nature of Halachic Authority, the essential nature of Halachah, and the application of Halachah in our time. He is especially concerned with the role of Halacha in relation to women's role in the modern world, and discusses marriage and divorce laws. Rabbi Berkovits is an orthodox thinker but one who is aware of how needs of the time may require flexibility in Halachah. He considers the role of Halacha in democratic society.
Berkovits' work is an essential read for any modern Orthodox Jew. He gives a thorough explanation of halacha, how it came about, and what it's purpose is. Typical Berkovits, this book was enlightening, as well as inspiring. Being a highschool student, it clarified a lot for me. I recommend it to all.
This book is one of the best books I've read this year; it is both enlightening and very human, and, as a previous reader said, potentially life-changing.
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