Download or read book Nuggets of Wisdom from Great Jewish Thinkers written by William Gerber and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2022-02-22 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers a copious selection of insights about the world and life, crafted in engaging language by Jewish sages, scholars, rabbis, and literary luminaries, from ancient to modern times. These remarkable explanations, queries, and proposals are connected by expository comments and comparisons by the author. The passionate care for human values which underlies much of Jewish thinking is made accessible in this comprehensive work. In it the reader may find counsel on how to achieve a good and satisfying life while responding to the joys and sorrows that touch us all.