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Amazing Chesed

by Rabbi Rami Shapiro

Book Details

Publisher:Jewish Lights Publishing
Published:2012-11
Pages:178
Format:BOOK
Language:en

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About This Book

The question isn¿t whether grace¿ God¿s love freely given¿is there for you in Judaism. The question is, do you have the courage to accept it? Ask almost any Jew whether grace is a central concept in Judaism and an essential element in living Jewishly, and, chances are, their answer will be ¿no.¿ But that¿s the wrong answer. This fascinating foray into God¿s love freely given offers the reader a way to answer that question in the affirmative. Drawing from ancient and contemporary, traditional and

Our Review

This compelling exploration of divine grace within Judaism challenges the common misconception that God's unconditional love isn't central to Jewish tradition. Rabbi Rami Shapiro masterfully guides readers through ancient texts and contemporary sources, revealing how chesed—loving-kindness—operates as freely given divine grace throughout Jewish theology. The book reframes the conversation from whether grace exists in Judaism to whether we possess the courage to accept this radical gift of unconditional love.

What makes this work particularly powerful is its invitation to experience Judaism through the lens of grace rather than obligation, offering a transformative perspective for seekers across denominations. Both questioning Jews and spiritual explorers from other traditions will find profound wisdom in this accessible yet deeply scholarly treatment of divine compassion. Shapiro ultimately provides not just intellectual understanding but a practical pathway to living with the liberating awareness of being fully loved.

Themes

Religion

Subjects

Religion