"Explore the diverse diaspora of Jewish heritage and find wisdom in their experiences with this expansive volume of inspiring quotes from famous Jewish figures.
Jewish Voices offers over 70 powerful quotes on topics including family, activism, art and culture, entertainment, and more from the Talmud to well-loved contemporary Jewish voices.
Spotlighting Jewish writers, artists, scholars, politicians, activists, and visionaries from all eras of the Jewish diaspora, Jewish Voices offers a powerful collection of insights to pore over and treasure. Whether you are Jewish or not, you will draw meaning from the universal lessons in their statements and make connections to your own cultural identity and community.
The inspirational quotes include:
""Whatever you choose to do, leave tracks. That means don't do it just for yourself. You will want to leave the world a little better for your having lived.""
-Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
""One of the very first lessons of the Torah gives it a place of high priority: All human beings are created equal. This belief in equality compels action in response to discrimination, racism, and racial injustice.""
-Rabbi Dr. Laura Novak Winer, Director of the Master of Educational Leadership program at the Hebrew Union College/Jewish Institute of Religion
Covering a wide variety of topics, including family, activism, spirituality, feminism, and more, some of the other Jewish voices featured are:
Adam Sandler, American actor and comedian
Elie Wiesel, writer, professor, and political activist
Gertrude Stein, American novelist, poet, and playwright
Jonathan Sacks, English Orthodox rabbi, philosopher, theologian, and author
Jerry Seinfeld, American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer
And many more
Throughout the pages, works of art from Jewish artists bring the words to life.
If you are Jewish, Jewish Voices will enrich your pride in your Jewish identity. If you are not Jewish, the book will expand your appreciation for the Jewish community. Whatever culture you belong to, this beautiful book will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and uplifted.
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