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Publication Date
2022-03-15
Pages
248
ISBN
9780300242706
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Publisher
Yale University Press
ISBN-10
0300242700
ISBN-13
9780300242706
eBay Product ID (ePID)
26050036103

Product Key Features

Book Title
Becoming Elijah : Prophet of Transformation
Number of Pages
248 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Judaism / History, Biblical Criticism & Interpretation / General, Religious, Historical
Publication Year
2022
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Religion, Biography & Autobiography
Author
Daniel C. Matt
Book Series
Jewish Lives Ser.
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
13.2 Oz
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
5.7 in

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Trade
LCCN
2021-942371
Reviews
"The author's erudite prose and masterful command of history and faith traditions bring his subject to vibrant life. This is an edifying and accessible chronicle of a towering religious figure."-- Publishers Weekly , starred review "In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life--the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don't miss it!"--Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World "Becoming Elijah is a work of rare intellectual and spiritual depth. With erudition, Daniel Matt captures the unique role Elijah has played in the Western religious imagination and demonstrates how this prophet continues to inspire millions of spiritual seekers today!"--David Ellenson, Brandeis University "A jewel of scholarship and poetic imagination, this lucid and beautifully crafted book highlights the tensions in Elijah's personality as it evolves from the biblical narratives through to its final, Hasidic reconfiguration."--Avivah Zornberg, author of Moses, "The author's erudite prose and masterful command of history and faith traditions bring his subject to vibrant life. This is an edifying and accessible chronicle of a towering religious figure."-- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "An excellent look at how the portrayal of Elijah has changed over time."--Rabbi Rachel Esserman, The Reporter "A highly recommended read."--Yaakov (Jack) Bieler, Jewish Book Council "A lucidly written religious biography/history that will appeal to readers of all faith traditions."-- Kirkus Reviews "In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life--the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don't miss it!"--Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World " Becoming Elijah is a work of rare intellectual and spiritual depth. With erudition, Daniel Matt captures the unique role Elijah has played in the Western religious imagination and demonstrates how this prophet continues to inspire millions of spiritual seekers today!"--David Ellenson, Brandeis University "A jewel of scholarship and poetic imagination, this lucid and beautifully crafted book highlights the tensions in Elijah's personality as it evolves from the biblical narratives through to its final, Hasidic reconfiguration."--Avivah Zornberg, author of Moses, "The author's erudite prose and masterful command of history and faith traditions bring his subject to vibrant life. This is an edifying and accessible chronicle of a towering religious figure."-- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A lucidly written religious biography/history that will appeal to readers of all faith traditions."-- Kirkus Reviews "In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life--the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don't miss it!"--Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World "Becoming Elijah is a work of rare intellectual and spiritual depth. With erudition, Daniel Matt captures the unique role Elijah has played in the Western religious imagination and demonstrates how this prophet continues to inspire millions of spiritual seekers today!"--David Ellenson, Brandeis University "A jewel of scholarship and poetic imagination, this lucid and beautifully crafted book highlights the tensions in Elijah's personality as it evolves from the biblical narratives through to its final, Hasidic reconfiguration."--Avivah Zornberg, author of Moses, "The author's erudite prose and masterful command of history and faith traditions bring his subject to vibrant life. This is an edifying and accessible chronicle of a towering religious figure."-- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "An excellent look at how the portrayal of Elijah has changed over time."--Rabbi Rachel Esserman, The Reporter "A highly recommended read."--Yaakov (Jack) Bieler, Jewish Book Council "A lucidly written religious biography/history that will appeal to readers of all faith traditions."-- Kirkus Reviews Winner of the Rabbi Sacks Book Award, sponsored by Yeshiva University "In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life--the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don't miss it!"--Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World " Becoming Elijah is a work of rare intellectual and spiritual depth. With erudition, Daniel Matt captures the unique role Elijah has played in the Western religious imagination and demonstrates how this prophet continues to inspire millions of spiritual seekers today!"--David Ellenson, Brandeis University "A jewel of scholarship and poetic imagination, this lucid and beautifully crafted book highlights the tensions in Elijah's personality as it evolves from the biblical narratives through to its final, Hasidic reconfiguration."--Avivah Zornberg, author of Moses, "In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life--the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don't miss it!"--Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World "Becoming Elijah is a work of rare intellectual and spiritual depth. With erudition, Daniel Matt captures the unique role Elijah has played in the Western religious imagination and demonstrates how this prophet continues to inspire millions of spiritual seekers today!"--David Ellenson, Brandeis University "A jewel of scholarship and poetic imagination, this lucid and beautifully crafted book highlights the tensions in Elijah's personality as it evolves from the biblical narratives through to its final, Hasidic reconfiguration."--Avivah Zornberg, author of Moses
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
222.5092
Synopsis
The story of the prophet Elijah's transformation from fierce zealot to compassionate hero and cherished figure in Jewish tradition, The story of the prophet Elijah's transformation from fierce zealot to compassionate hero and cherished figure in Jewish tradition "In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life--the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don't miss it!"--Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World "The author's erudite prose and masterful command of history and faith traditions bring his subject to vibrant life. This is an edifying and accessible chronicle of a towering religious figure."-- Publishers Weekly , starred review In the Bible Elijah is a zealous prophet, attacking idolatry and injustice, championing God. He performs miracles, restoring life and calling down fire. When his earthly life ends, he vanishes in a whirlwind, carried off to heaven in a fiery chariot. Was this a spectacular death, or did Elijah escape death entirely? The latter view prevailed. Though residing in heaven, Elijah revisits earth--to help, rescue, enlighten, and eventually herald the Messiah. Because of his messianic role, Jews open the door for Elijah during each seder--the meal commemorating liberation from slavery and anticipating final redemption. How did this zealot turn into a compassionate hero--apparently the most popular figure in Jewish tradition? Becoming Elijah explores this question, tracing how Elijah develops from the Bible to Rabbinic Judaism, Kabbalah, and Jewish ritual (as well as Christianity and Islam). His transformation is pertinent and inspirational for our polarized, fanatical world., The biblical Elijah was a loner, declaring or complaining again and again: I alone remain. Yet gradually, he was welcomed into Jewish ritual life, including some of the family's most meaningful moments. These moments he continues to enrich with his imagined presence. He is anticipated at each Passover seder, the most familial event in the Jewish calendar. When a baby boy is circumcised, Elijah is invited to preside and witness, occupying a ceremonial chair. And every Saturday night, as the Sabbath departs, his name is invoked as part of Havdalah. Each of these is a rite of passage. The seder celebrates liberation from slavery, meant to be experienced anew. Through circumcision, the infant enters the covenant of Abraham. Havdalah distinguishes between light and dark, marking the transition from Sabbath holiness to the mundane weekday world. All three rituals are liminal (threshold) moments, fittingly enhanced by Elijah, the liminal personality-part human, part angel-the mysterious stranger who spans heaven and earth, virtuoso of the in-between. Book jacket., The story of the prophet Elijah's transformation from fierce zealot to compassionate hero and cherished figure in Jewish tradition "In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life--the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don't miss it!"--Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World "The author's erudite prose and masterful command of history and faith traditions bring his subject to vibrant life. This is an edifying and accessible chronicle of a towering religious figure."-- Publishers Weekly (starred review) In the Bible Elijah is a zealous prophet, attacking idolatry and injustice, championing God. He performs miracles, restoring life and calling down fire. When his earthly life ends, he vanishes in a whirlwind, carried off to heaven in a fiery chariot. Was this a spectacular death, or did Elijah escape death entirely? The latter view prevailed. Though residing in heaven, Elijah revisits earth--to help, rescue, enlighten, and eventually herald the Messiah. Because of his messianic role, Jews open the door for Elijah during each seder--the meal commemorating liberation from slavery and anticipating final redemption. How did this zealot turn into a compassionate hero--apparently the most popular figure in Jewish tradition? Becoming Elijah explores this question, tracing how Elijah develops from the Bible to Rabbinic Judaism, Kabbalah, and Jewish ritual (as well as Christianity and Islam). His transformation is pertinent and inspirational for our polarized, fanatical world.
LC Classification Number
BS580.E4

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