Books for Prep | |
 List Price: $29.95 Amazon.com's Price: $26.95 You Save: $3.00 (10%)Prices subject to change. Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
This item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 291 EAN: 9780826409041 ISBN: 0826409040 Label: Continuum International Publishing Group Manufacturer: Continuum International Publishing Group Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 200 Publication Date: May 01, 1996 Publisher: Continuum International Publishing Group Studio: Continuum International Publishing Group Related Items:
Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: Dr. Ruth and Jonathan Mark offer a clearer understanding of the intertwining relationships between sexuality, spirituality, and sexual roles through a look at the latter books of the Old Testament--the Song of Songs, Ruth, Proverbs, Psalms, and some of the bawdier tales of the Prophets. "A thoughtful study of the role of sexuality in Judaica . . . Public libraries should add this book to ensure that yeshiva students not be the only ones to discover how fascinating the Torah can be."--Booklist Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Well written with excellent referencesThis is an interesting read. Dr. Ruth has also compiled wonderful set of references as well. Rating:  - A scholarly review of Jewish texts that define sexuality.Dr. Westheimer uses texts as diverse as Torah to Sephardic midrash from all ages to explain Jewish views and practices. In particular, she draws on biblical stories to illustrate laws and their contradictions. When appropriate she compares modern views from non-Orthodox rabbis to show in what ways Talmud practice has or has not adjusted over the years. As usual written from an utterly non-judgemental perspective, and as blunt in her stories and descriptions. A nice read to your partner on a ... Read More Rating: - Not a good book if you are ORTHODOX.I read this book and was appalled by the Orthodox bashing and the inordinate amount of time spent on Orthodoxy and how it handles closet homosexuality. She said nothing about appropriate sexual behavior according to halacha. Furthermore, although she spent some time on the Laws of Niddah, most of that time was spent exaggerating the problem of impotence or premature ejaculation as a possible problem of Orhtodox observance of sexual practice. I was so glad that I purchased "heavenly sex" in ... Read More Rating: - A great analysis of the relationship between sex and JudaismThis is a beautifully written and researched book. I would suggest it to anyone who is interested in Judaism, and especially its attitude toward sex. Dr. Ruth's main argument is that sex is a very integral part of Judaism. Although sometimes she seems to take that point too far, the book is nevertheless very interesting and educational. I especially loved the chapter on Sabbath. In a totally gorgeous language, the Jewish Sabbath is described as a great ceremony of seduction and sex. An enthusiastic ... Read More 
In association with Amazon.com | |