Wednesday, April 1, 2015

New Book Release: The Torah Encyclopedia of the Animal Kingdom

The Torah Encyclopedia of the Animal Kingdom, vol. 1 by R. Natan Slifkin

The Torah Encyclopedia of the Animal Kingdom is a complete reference to animals in the Torah, Talmud and Midrash. Complete with stunning, full-color photographs, it includes:
  • Entries on every mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian, insect and fish found in the Torah, Prophets and Writings;
  • All scriptural citations, and a vast range of sources from the Talmud and Midrash;
  • Detailed analyses of the identities of these animals, based on classical Jewish sources and contemporary zoology;
  • The symbolism of these animals in Jewish thought throughout the ages;
  • Zoological information about these animals and fascinating facts;
  • Studies of man's relationship with animals in Torah philosophy and law;
  • Lessons that Judaism derives from the animal kingdom for us to use in our own daily lives;
  • Laws relating to the various different animals.
The Torah Encyclopedia of the Animal Kingdom is an invaluable reference work that will be commonplace in homes and educational institution.

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