The Collection Part II
When a Jew seeks wisdom: The Sayings of the Fathers
When a Jew seeks wisdom: The Sayings of the Fathers
$20.00
by Seymour Rossel
Illustrations/Photography by: Erika Weihs
Published in 1975 by Behrman House, Inc., New York
ISBN: 0874410894
Binding: Softcover
Condition: Very Good; contents unblemished, cover has some discoloration.
Comments: This book is a charming introduction to "The Saying of the Fathers," known in Hebrew as Pirkei Avot. Organized by the famous quote, "If I am not for myself, who will be for me? And if I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?" by Rabbi Hillel, the text is sectioned into segments on internal values, such as the value of life, study, and knowledge, and interpersonal values, such as the value of government, argument, and community. Each chapter is filled with proverbs and quotes from the ancient rabbis and interpretations to provide an understanding of their wisdom. What makes this book truly special are the beautiful color illustrations by New York painter Erika Weihs. Known for her illustrations and exhibits in the Whitney Museum and Carnegie Institute, she provides wonderful visual depictions of the values described in the book, making this a truly unique and lovely volume.
Seller Inventory #: 0000352
Illustrations/Photography by: Erika Weihs
Published in 1975 by Behrman House, Inc., New York
ISBN: 0874410894
Binding: Softcover
Condition: Very Good; contents unblemished, cover has some discoloration.
Comments: This book is a charming introduction to "The Saying of the Fathers," known in Hebrew as Pirkei Avot. Organized by the famous quote, "If I am not for myself, who will be for me? And if I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?" by Rabbi Hillel, the text is sectioned into segments on internal values, such as the value of life, study, and knowledge, and interpersonal values, such as the value of government, argument, and community. Each chapter is filled with proverbs and quotes from the ancient rabbis and interpretations to provide an understanding of their wisdom. What makes this book truly special are the beautiful color illustrations by New York painter Erika Weihs. Known for her illustrations and exhibits in the Whitney Museum and Carnegie Institute, she provides wonderful visual depictions of the values described in the book, making this a truly unique and lovely volume.
Seller Inventory #: 0000352