Background
Ronald Howard Isaacs was born on September 10, 1947, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is the son of David Isaacs and Gertrude Isaacs.
New York, United States
Columbia University
New York, United States
Jewish Theological Seminary
515 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522, United States
Greenburgh Hebrew Center
New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States
Rutgers University
United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (logotype)
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Why is the number 13 considered lucky in Jewish tradition? What role do mathematics play in the Bible? How can numbers be used to uncover the 'hidden' meanings of the Torah? Discover the fascinating world of Jewish numerology in The Jewish Book of Numbers. Noted rabbi and best-selling author Ronald H. Isaacs presents a delightful, easy-to-read introduction to the ways in which numbers are utilized in the Bible and rabbinic writings. Included are references to biblical arithmetic and the methods of expressing numbers in the Bible, examples of sacred numbers, biblical and rabbinic units of weights and measures, numbered Jewish lists, a section on gematria - the method of textual interpretation based on the numerical value of words, and notable Jewish quotations that feature numbers. In some cases, numbers in sacred texts are meant to be taken at face value, but more often they are noteworthy for their symbolic nuances. Since each Hebrew letter has a numerical equivalent, Jewish numerology is often used as a commentary to explain Jewish texts. Often used in the study of kabbalah (Jewish mysticism), gematria offers untold insights into Jewish tradition, as well as novel and curious interpretations of both biblical and rabbinic texts. Throughout the generations, Jewish folklore has also made use of interpretive numerology and expressed the importance of numbers in all phases of life. From 1 to 100,000,000, numbers play a variety of roles in Jewish tradition. They are used to mark life-cycle events such as the bris and religious observances such as the counting of the omer between Passover and Shavuot.
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1996
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Formerly a URJ Press title. In this introduction to the study of Jewish texts, Rabbi Ronald H. Isaacs guides students in the reading, investigating, and questioning of talmudic and midrashic materials. Using many of his favorite ethical texts, Rabbi Isaacs addresses sixteen topics of religious and personal importance. The subjects range from the value of friendship to protecting and repairing the earth.
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2003
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In the great body of Jewish literature there are many incredibly fascinating (but relatively unknown) curiosities, strange facts, unusual statements and oddities that have accumulated over Judaism s illustrious history. Why does Hebrew go from right to left? Are there Jewish remedies for toothaches and nose bleeds that are found in the Talmud? Are there Chinese Jews and why do so many Jews frequent Chinese restaurants. How do the ancient rabbis interpret dreams? The answers to these and many other questions are presented in this extraordinary collection of fascinating facts, with entries from the Bible, Talmud and Codes. Written by Rabbi Ron Isaacs, (a.k.a. the teaching rabbi ), prolific author and congregational rabbi, he has now wandered off the beaten track of the Jewish tradition in order to find these unusual facts and little known insights. There is something that will inform and surprise the reader on almost every page.
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2008
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The food that Jewish people eat is part of our connection to our faith, culture, and history. Not only is Jewish food comforting and delicious, it’s also a link to every facet of Judaism. By learning about and cooking traditional Jewish dishes, we can understand fundamentals such as kashrut, community, and diversity. And Jewish history is so connected to food that one comedian said that the story of Judaism can be condensed into nine words: They tried to kill us. We survived. Let’s eat. Let’s Eat follows the calendar of Jewish holidays to include food from the many different Jewish communities around the world; in doing so, it brings the values that are the foundation of Judaism into focus. It also covers the way these foods have ended up on the Jewish menu and how Jews, as they wandered through the world, have influenced and been influenced by other nations and cuisines. Including over 40 recipes, this delicious review of the role of food in Jewish life offers a lively history alongside the traditions of one of the world’s oldest faiths.
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Ten months ago we were blessed with the birth of our first grandchild. It is with pride that we offer you a prepublication opportunity to purchase our book Refections: A Jewish Grandparents Book of Memories. Ktav Publishers and the United Synagogue s HAZAK have teamed up to produce a gift book that will allow grandparents to record the details of their lives and preserve them for future generations. Grandchildren, on receiving the completed book, will come to love and appreciate their Jewish heritage as they learn what makes their family unique. Both generations will thus ensure that a precious legacy is not lost forever. The book has space for a family tree, photos, documents, a memory disk, and an ethical will. Now that we have our first grandchild, we too are eager to record the details of our lives as our gift to her. - Ron and Leora Isaacs (co-authors of Reflections) This beautiful giftbook is in the form of a memento album. It allows grandparents to record the details of their lives and preserve them for future generations. Grandchildren, on receiving the completed Reflections, will come to love and appreciate their Jewish heritage as they learn what makes their family unique. * Designed to become an heirloom * Contains blank family tree * Space for photos and documents * Perfect gift for any family occasion * Great family project
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Kosher Living is an essential guide to Jewish ethics and morality for your everyday life. Rabbi Ron Isaacs offers a warm, humorous, and eminently useful book that shows what is really kosher, proper, and appropriate in all aspects of our lives. Kosher Living includes comprehensive entries organized into practical categories of daily life practices¾business, hospitality, relationships, care of the body, and more¾it gives advice from all aspects of Jewish religion, custom, ritual, and tradition. This book is an invaluable source of inspiration; and a definitive reference work for every Jewish family. Written in an easy-to-use format, Kosher Living is a perfect tool for teaching Jewish values and tradition.Â
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Ronald Howard Isaacs was born on September 10, 1947, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is the son of David Isaacs and Gertrude Isaacs.
Isaacs obtained Bachelor of Arts degree from the Columbia University in 1969, he became Doctor of Education there 10 years later. He also graduated from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America, becoming a Rabbi in 1974.
Isaacs became a co-founder and performer of the Hebrew liturgical folk-rock ensemble called Voices Four in 1969, staying there till 1973. That same year he moved to the Greenburgh Hebrew Center to serve as a principal and youth director till 1975. After that, he held the position of a rabbi at the Temple Sholom in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Isaacs was also a visiting lecturer at the Rutgers University, from 1976 till 1982.
In 1980 Isaacs became a founder of the Hebrew liturgical folk-rock ensemble Lovin' Company, where he performed till 1982. From that year he served as a Kadima rabbi for Northern New Jersey Region at the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism for 10 years. Isaacs also worked as an adjunct lecturer at the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2002.
Isaacs has written a wide range of books as guides for those of the Jewish faith, as well as for those interested in the Jewish religion. His books often reflect his own personal emphasis on asking questions, typified by an "Ask the Rabbi" in-box that he provides for his own congregation and students. The author has also written several "fact books" about Judaism. During his career, Isaacs served as a chair of the publications committee of the Rabbinical Assembly of America.
As a musician, Isaacs recorded the albums Arbaah Kolote: The Voices Four, released by Monitor Recordings in 1969, and Our Rock and Our Redeemer, released in 1971. He was a head of music and coordinator of Ramah Family Camp and Shabbat Plus Adult Learning Program at Camp Ramah in the Poconos, during summers 1988-2001. In addition, in the 1990s Isaacs had a weekly radio show "Jewish American Hour" on WCTC, he played there popular Jewish and Israeli music.
Currently, Isaacs is Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Sholom in Bridgewater, New Jersey, he served there for the past 40 years.
(Why is the number 13 considered lucky in Jewish tradition...)
1996(In the great body of Jewish literature there are many inc...)
2008(The food that Jewish people eat is part of our connection...)
(Kosher Living is an essential guide to Jewish ethics and ...)
(Ten months ago we were blessed with the birth of our firs...)
(Formerly a URJ Press title. In this introduction to the s...)
2003Isaacs is a member of the Rabbinical Assembly of America and the Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education.
Isaacs married a woman named Leora W. on June 20, 1971. The couple has 2 children - Keren and Zachary.