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Religion and The Individual

Six sermons delivered at the New West End Synagogue which discuss the importance of the Individual, man's relationship to himself, to God, to his family, to his Neighbours and to his Community.

Restoration report of Falmouth Sefer Torah 2

Restoration of the Falmouth Torah report given to the Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro, Dec. 2013 by scribe, Bernard Benarroch upon completion of his repairs to the sefer Torah given to the community of Kehillat Kernow.

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur-Guide to O Level Judaism

A detailed description of the Rosh Hasahan and Yom Kippur Services and what elements are entailed and why. Could be tough-going for the novice.

Rosh Hashanah Reflections 5775, 2014

Short commentaries on the meaning of Rosh HaShannah from the viewpoints of various Reform rabbis.

Rosh Hashanah Reflections, 2014-5775

The meaning of Rosh Hashanah for nine MRJ rabbis and how they are inspired for the coming year is the topic of these nine essays along with the ways in which we can change our lives.

Shabbat-Living Festivals Series

Clear narration with good illustrations to explain what Jews do on Shabbat (though the covers and the pictures tend to be show more orthodox families), as well as teacher guides for student activities.

Some Aspects of Shechita (Jewish Method of Slaughtering Animals for Food)

A straight-forward explanation of why and how Shechita is performed which ought to dispel some of the craziness surrounding this practice. Its humanness is emphasised. Written at a time when there seemed to be less friction between Moslem, Christian and Jewish groups in London. Was that merely twenty-one years ago?

Standing up for British Jewry

Short pamphlet which outlines ways in which the Board achieves defending British Jewry including standing up for Israel (in good times and bad), influencing policy makers to protect communal interests, supporting and connecting smaller communities.

Succot and Simchat Torah-Living Festivals Series

Geared for RE teachers, a good clear explanation of the Giving of the Torah and the Completion of the Torah cycle. Things to do section at the end for students.

Tabernacles and Rejoicing of the Law-Guide to O Level Judaism

Very basic explanation of Sukkot and Simchat Torah when the cycle of reading the Torah ends and is started again. Brief descriptions and not always very understandable for the non-Jewish or inexperienced reader.

Tay-Sachs & The Allied Diseases: What Every Family Should Know

The no-nonsense guide to what Tay-Sachs is, how it can be prevented, and information on other related diseases (Gaucer Disease, Crabbe Disease, Niemann-Pick Disease, Sandoff Disease).

Tefillin (Phylacteries)

Pamphlet which discusses the significance and importance of this mitzvah and the reasons behind the laying of tefillin. Tells why in 16 pages, but also a how-to-do-it guide.

The antiquity of Jewish Jerusalem

Short booklet on Jewish Jerusalem, historical and Biblical sources and why Jerusalem should not be divided.

The Counting of the Omer

Excellent compilation by our very own David Hampshire of what counting the Omer implies, the haggadah behind it, and what the blessings are.

The Holocaust-Its Relevance to Every Christian

A very general but helpful booklet to aid the RE teacher who must discuss the Shoah to classes, and also helpful for those Jews who discuss the Shoah to non-Jewish people.

The Jewish Community of Penzan

The long history of Jews in Cornwall is briefly described (Jews came before recorded history); they were prominent in developing commerce, mining, shipping, smelting among other things. Some of the information is inaccurate (particularly in regard to early Jews living in Penzance and to the cemetery; many of the names are misspelt. For a more complete and accurate account, read The Lost Jews of Cornwall after you've browsed through this.

The Jewish Home

A good basic guide (mostly for students and non-Jews which describes what the Jewish home contains: Mezuzah (spelt wrong in the book), Shabbos Candles, Foods -daily and festival, as well as what Hebrew looks like as well as a Torah scroll. It's not worth kvelling about.

The Jewish Manifesto

Comprehensive report of the commitments, global Jewish issues, Jewish lnife cycle, Jewish values and culture which are endorsed by the BOD