Judaism

Encyclopedic in scope, but dynamic and original in its observations and organization, Biblical Literacy makes available in one volume the Bible's timeless stories of love, deceit, and the human condition; its most important laws and ideas; and an annotated listing of all 613 laws of the Torah.

Everyone has heard of the Dead Sea Scrolls, but amidst the conspiracies, the politics, and the sensational claims, it can be dificult to separate the myths from the reality. Timothy Lim here presents the true facts and leading theories behind the cultural and historical background of the scrolls, and examines their significance for our understanding of the Old Testament and the origins of Christianity and Judaism.

Kabbalah focuses on unique inner wisdom, balance, and understanding to achieve a life in harmony with the spiritual laws of the universe. The gorgeous illustrations and photographs of this beautiful, full-color volume celebrate this timeless philosophy, and the text makes the perennial wisdom of Kabbalah accessible to all readers.