The Wisdom in the Hebrew Alphabet (ArtScroll (Mesorah))
by Michael L. Munk
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Author: Michael L. MunkEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); Hebrew (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1986-06-01
ISBN: 0899061931
Number of pages: 240
Publisher: Mesorah Pubns Ltd
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Book Review: Much more to this book than you can imagine.
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought The Wisdom in the Hebrew Alphabet because I am studying Hebrew and thought it might help me get the alphabet more ingrained in my thinking; and, because I have had a strong conviction for sometime that there is something mysterious and wonderful about the Hebrew alphabet. I could not have known how right my hunch was.
After beginning to read the book, I decided I had to buy it for my Father; then, a separate one for my Mother (she kept stealing his); my brother; and at my dad's request a spare one that he could have to give away.
The author has a wonderful way of presenting a historical perspective on the structure and sounds of the Hebrew letters; while also presenting the religious and cultural considerations.
Being a Christian, I have found it especially wonderful. I didn't realize that many of the concepts related by Jesus and the other writers in the New Testament were dealt with at length by the Scribes and Rabbis in sacred writings other than the Torah, Books of Wisdom and the Prophets. This book uses references to those writings (as well as those included in our Old Testament) to explain the importance and nuances of meaning of the letters. This adds so much meaning for me to some of the things Jesus said and did: I'm truly amazed at how many of the things that seemed a little odd, actually have a reason behind them.
This book cannot just simply be read in a sitting. I find myself going over and over the chapters; gleaning something new each time. Actually, I have yet to get through even a chapter in one sitting. And, has it helped my grasp of the Hebrew language? It really has! To know that each letter is made up of parts, and to have word pictures to remember the letters by...makes it so much easier to remember the shapes and sounds.
I do wish the author had put the Transliteration along with the actual translation when he uses the Hebrew phrases. I love the phrases; and, their meaning. But, I'm not skilled enough with the Hebrew to be able to sound them all out, and I would like to "hear" the Hebrew as well as read the translation of it. Perhaps, that makes an online version with audio a valid option in the future.
My Father also expressed this as something he wishes it contained. That is the reason I gave it a 4. In concept, content and presentation, The Wisdom in the Hebrew Alphabet is certainly excellent. This is it's only flaw, I think, if you can call it a flaw.
Summary of The Wisdom in the Hebrew Alphabet (ArtScroll (Mesorah))
From the very first Kabbalistic work, through the Talmud, through an impressive array of rabbinic literature, great minds have found the Aleph-Beis to be a gold mine of wisdom and guidance. This fascinating best-seller weaves these golden threads into a glorious tapestry, presenting hundreds of ideas and comments on the Aleph-Beis, including: the Aleph-Beis as the force of Creation, as a primer for Jewish living, and as a fountainhead of Torah insight and mystical meaning. The product of decades of learning, thinking, and teaching by the revered educator, lecturer, and community activist Rabbi Michael L. Munk. A treat not to be missed.Jewish Life Books
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