Library

Dictionary of Jewish Biography

More updated version, printed in Israel, of this popular reference book, this is a more inclusive and original version.

Dictionary of the Bible

An excellent reference work to find out particular meanings behind particular words in the Bible, both Old and New Testaments. This includes references to names, places and events which are given both Judaic and Christian interpretations. An interesting way of getting an eclectic perspective.

Encyclopaedia Judaica Jerusalem

Monumental work of 16 volumes which details most aspects of Jewish life:names, places, histories, terminology, synagogues. Compiled and reserached by some of the great scholars in Israel, this is a priceless collection and reference.

Encyclopedia Judaica, Yearbooks, 1973-1976

In depth articles pertaining to Jewish life, particularly in Israel, related to politics,history, demographics, sociology, and theology including pictorials, diary of events, and commentary beginning with the impact of the Yom Kippur War in 1973. Secular, liberal appraoch to the problems facing Israel. Fascinating.

Encyclopedic Dictionary of Judaica

Quick reference to facts, history, people, places, maps, cusotms and practices. Fascinating is the list of common Hebrew abbreviations. This is a gem!

The Encyclopedia of Judaism

The A-Z reference of Judaism brought out in collaboration with the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York, a more compact reference to give an overview of a variety of topics across the millennial.

The Jewish Encyclopaedia

A goldmine of information in beautifully bound, expensively illustrated volumes; probably one of our greatest treasures. The comprehensive material was years in the making and there isn't much that could have been omitted prior to 1901.

The Joys of Hebrew

Dictionary of Hebrew words and expressions arranged in alphabetical order which covers all aspects of Jewish life: the humorous, the scholarly, the ritual and the wit. Delightful gem.

The Junior Jewish Encyclopaedia

Readable, more modern text with good pictures and illustrations; not overly comprehensive but still a good resource with an American slant.

The Shengold Jewish Encyclopedia

Lovely illustrated Jewish knowledge book.

Vallentine's Jewish Encyclopaedia

Everyone from Aaron of Lincoln to Rembrandt given a write up here with interesting pictures. Dated but still a worthwhile reference.