Bar Mitzvah

Bar Mitzvah

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Condition: SECONDHAND

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Author: Sarah Silberstein Swartz With An Introduction By Paul Cowan
Binding: Hardback
Published: Doubleday., 1985

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This insightful volume chronicles the rich history and evolving traditions surrounding the Bar Mitzvah, a pivotal rite of passage in Jewish culture. It presents a comprehensive overview of the ceremony's origins, its spiritual significance, and its adaptation across different communities and eras. The narrative illustrates the personal stories and communal impact of this coming-of-age event, offering a nuanced perspective on its enduring relevance. With scholarly depth and accessible prose, the work uncovers the multifaceted layers of identity, faith, and family woven into the fabric of the Bar Mitzvah celebration. An illuminating introduction further contextualizes the profound cultural importance of this cherished tradition.

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Description

Author: Sarah Silberstein Swartz With An Introduction By Paul Cowan
Binding: Hardback
Published: Doubleday., 1985

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This insightful volume chronicles the rich history and evolving traditions surrounding the Bar Mitzvah, a pivotal rite of passage in Jewish culture. It presents a comprehensive overview of the ceremony's origins, its spiritual significance, and its adaptation across different communities and eras. The narrative illustrates the personal stories and communal impact of this coming-of-age event, offering a nuanced perspective on its enduring relevance. With scholarly depth and accessible prose, the work uncovers the multifaceted layers of identity, faith, and family woven into the fabric of the Bar Mitzvah celebration. An illuminating introduction further contextualizes the profound cultural importance of this cherished tradition.