Living Judaism: The Complete Guide to Jewish Belief, Tradition, and Practice

As a person going through conversion, this book is the one that I turn to regularly to help clarify and understand everything about Judaism. It’s also the primary learning book for my conversion class and we use it as a leaping off point for lectures, discussions, and questions. I especially appreciate how well this book blends information with a lovely poetic voice, adding a sense of beauty and awe as it asks some giant questions like, “where was God when...”I highly recommend this book for anyone who wishes to have a solid beginner’s foundation of understanding of Judaism.

I have used this book for years for my Conversion classes and for my basic Judaism classes. The practical and spiritual descriptions (which, by the way, appear on pages highlighted with Tallit stripes) and explanations are beautifully written and very understandable. Yes, it's an older book, but as modern Judaism is concerned, it is certainly a classic.

I thoroughly enjoy the book so far. It seems very thought out and researched. This is a perfect book for new Jews to learn a little more about the religion before reaching the end of your process.

A great book to read if you want to understand Judaism more or converting

This book is written in a way that really connects to the reader and provides and unbiased view and information about Judaism. I currently use it for a class I am taking and find that it simplifies terms and ideas that are often complex and difficult to understand for those learning. I like the out of the box examples and concepts that are laid out as it allows for connections to be made on many levels. This a great intro to Judaism read and a good addition to any library.

Rabbi Dosick has done a wonderful, detailed job of explaining the holy books, rituals, holidays, history of the Jews. I have a much better idea now of what Jews believe and why. I know where the major personalities fit into the cultural timeline. I have much more fellow-feeling for the Jews, thank you, Rabbi. I had wanted to better understand Christ, as a Jew - and I feel I do now.

The book and it’s many reviews soeak for themselves. Compliments to the seller for quick delivery of a pristine copy!

I am in the process of converting and this books helps fill in the blanks! I will say the text can be a little biased at times but still worth your time!