Symbols of Judaism

by Marc-Alain Ouaknin, Laziz Hamani (Photographer)

Explores the ritual and cultural symbols of Judaism and examines the religious holidays and feasts associated with each one

Genres: Judaism

128 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1995

About the author

Marc-Alain Ouaknin both a rabbi and a philosopher. He is the son of Rabbi Jacques Ouaknin and Eliane Erlich Ouaknin. His father is the Grand Rabbi of the French cities of Reims, Lille, Metz, and Marseille. Ouaknin dedicated his best-known work, The Burnt Book, to "my father, my master, Grand Rabbi Jacques Ouaknin."

Reviews

[Kathy Sebesta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Altho I felt myself somewhat educated about Judaism, the symbolism here, with strong accents of the kabbalah, was largely new. I now have more technical understanding of what's what but, I don't know, the explanations didn't seem to help build an emotional understanding. The photos are gorgeous but usually not explained.