Jewish Spirituality - (Brief Introduction for Christians) by Lawrence Kushner (Paperback)

About the Book

Jewish spirituality approaches life in a way that encourages us to become aware of God's presence and purpose, even in unlikely places. A unique guide to the rich wisdom of Judaism tailored to address Christians' questions and help deepen their own faith.

Book Synopsis

Jewish spirituality approaches life in a way that encourages us to become aware of God's presence and purpose, even in unlikely places. A unique guide to the rich wisdom of Judaism tailored to address Christians' questions and help deepen their own faith.

Review Quotes

"Kushner has taught me more about God and my own Christianity than any other teacher I have known."
-Rev. Robert G. Trache, rector, Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill

"Eminently readable ... his ministry transcends all faiths while deeply rooted in his own."
-Peter Gomes, Pusey Minister, the Memorial Church, Harvard University

"We have another Buber here, a Heschel ... Kushner expresses the truly profound with joy, lightness and humor."
-Father M. Basil Pennington, OCSO, abbot, the Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit

"Rabbi Lawrence Kushner has a rare gift: He has unusual insight and the unusual ability to make them clear to others. His contribution to contemporary spirituality in the best of the Jewish tradition nurtures the soul in all of us. I read his work to understand my own roots better."
-Joan D. Chittister, author, The Story of Ruth: Twelve Moments in Every Woman's Life and other books