The Torah

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SKU: 9781857333800
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By Rodney Mariner

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This edition of The Torah combines the classic 20th-century Jewish Publication Society English translation with a stunning collection of Jewish art and imagery. Featuring ancient frescoes, medieval illuminated manuscripts, and modern paintings by Jewish artists, it offers both spiritual insight and visual splendour. A useful 'synoptic contents' aids readers in navigating the Torah's five books and their key events. Significant passages are presented alongside the original Hebrew texts, as found in the Torah scroll. Rabbi Rodney Mariner's introduction sets a reflective tone for this elegant, blue cloth-bound volume with an illuminated gold foil cover, making it a fitting gift and a revered addition to any home.
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Ideal for readers interested in religious texts, Judaic studies, and art lovers seeking a beautifully illustrated edition of the Hebrew Bible. Suitable for scholars, students, and anyone wishing to deepen their understanding of the Torah with both textual and visual elements.

Introduction by Rabbi Rodney J. Mariner.

Description

This edition brings together one of the most beautiful renderings of the Hebrew Bible in the English language with a wealth of Jewish art and imagery. The classic 20th-century translation by the Jewish Publication Society is illustrated with ancient frescoes, medieval illuminated manuscripts, and paintings by contemporary Jewish artists.

Bound in blue cloth with an illuminated gold foil front cover, The Torah is an ideal gift and would grace any home. A 'synoptic contents' is included to help the reader locate the better-known events and their themes among the Torah's five books. The Hebrew texts, as they appear in the Torah scroll, have also been included for several significant passages.

An introduction by Rabbi Mariner sets the tone of this elegant edition.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781857333800

Publisher: Kuperard

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 22 July 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Kuperard

Edition: New edition

Illustration: Colour llustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 120.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 630g

Pages: 400

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality Rodney Mariner

About the Author

Rabbi Rodney Mariner served the Belsize Square Synagogue in London as its spiritual leader from 1982 to 2011. He has edited and translated the Synagogue's own prayer books for Shabbat, Evening Prayers and the Festivals. His reputation and influence as spiritual leader and preacher has since spread well beyond the Congregation itself.