12th Century Jewish Classic Published in English - The Kuzari
Feldheim Publishers is proud to announce the publication of a revised edition of The Kuzari. This classic text has been out of print for quite some time. This book is available from Baker & Taylor and the publisher (Feldheim): 1-800-237-7149 Any bookshelf boasting an array of the world's greatest philosophical literature would not be complete without Yehuda HaLevi's 12th century classic, The Kuzari. In dialog format, it presents a meeting between the ruler of the Khazar kingdom and a Jewish sage, who together, discuss a series of theological, philosophical, and ideological dilemmas that are timely, timeless, and universal. The Kuzari was so vital a text when it first appeared in Arabic, that it was soon translated into Hebrew to make the work more accessible to a broader public. Over the centuries, it remains an informative, fundamental literary resource. In part, this is due to the breadth and depth of its content, but also to the engaging manner in which it clarifies a diverse range of essential Jewish concepts theological, philosophical, and historical. Several translations have appeared in English over the last one hundred years, but none compare to the standard set in 1998 by Rabbi N. Daniel Korobkin. This critically acclaimed masterpiece stands out for its accuracy and clarity, while remaining loyal to the logic, passion, and spirit of the original text. The Korobkin Kuzari is an academic achievement of the highest order taking an enduring classic and making it readily accessible to a new generation of readers. Out of print for years, Feldheim Publishers, as part of its distinguished Torah Classics Library, presents the Korobkin translation of The Kuzari (Feldheim, January, 2009) in an updated, annotated edition that also benefits from several new and noteworthy features. The volume now includes the full Hebrew, voweled text alongside the English translation on every page. An extensive introduction helps orient the reader with a biography of Yehuda HaLevi, a discussion of his philosophical approach to Judaism, as well as a brief history of the 8th century Khazar kingdom. This provides a broad yet thorough historical context that will add immeasurably to any reader's understanding of this treasured work. Rabbi Korobkin has improved upon his own translation with changes, corrections, additional notes and extensive commentary, making this volume the most authoritative edition of this classic work currently available. For centuries, this influential text has been studied and enjoyed for the illuminating manner in which it addresses basic philosophical issues and concerns. Now, the new Feldheim Kuzari makes this indispensable guide available to anyone thirsting for knowledge and a better understanding of Judaism's fundamental precepts. About the author: A true product of Spain's Golden Age, Yehuda HaLevi was born in Toledo in the year 1075, and raised in an intellectual climate where he became well-versed in Jewish scholarship, Arabic literature, as well as Greek science and philosophy. He was a physician, prolific poet, philosopher, and communal leader. To defend Judaism against its detractors, he authored The Kuzari, which took 20 years to complete. HaLevi died in the year 1141, but his volumes of poetry and philosophy continue to inspire and inform through eloquent translations and repeated printings of his many enduring and popular works. About the translator: Rabbi N. Daniel Korobkin received his rabbinic ordination from Ner Israel Rabbinical College. He is the spiritual leader of Kehillat Yavneh in Los Angeles, CA, where he resides with his wife and children. He directs synagogue services for the Orthodox Union on the west coast, and continues to pursue medieval Jewish studies as a doctoral candidate at UCLA. This book is available from Baker & Taylor and the publisher (Feldheim): 1-800-237-7149 Title: The Kuzari Author: Yehuda HaLevi Publisher: Feldheim Pub Date: January, 2009 Pages: 723 ISBN: 978-1-58330-842-4 Hard Cover: $39.99 --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) =========================================================== Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
