Festivals of Faith: Reflections on the Jewish Holidays

by Norman Lamm, David Shatz (Editor)

Selected from sermons delivered over fifty years as a Rabbi at the Jewish Center in New York City, these talks by Lamm (currently the chancellor of Yeshiva U.) are grouped according to eleven holidays. Some discuss a particular section of the Torah while others are broader in theme, sometimes commenting on contemporary events such as the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s or Operation Entebbe. Although known for his delivery which captivated audiences, these written versions are equally compelling. An index of Biblical and Rabbinic sources is included. Distributed by KTAV Publishing House. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

347 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 2011

About the author

Norman Lamm was an American Modern Orthodox rabbi, scholar, academic administrator, author, and Jewish community leader. He was the Chancellor of Yeshiva University until he announced his retirement on July 1, 2013.

Reviews

[Sally]

STUNNING insights on every mo'ed. Has been remarkable addition to our preparation for His Holy Days. Can't recommend it highly enough.