Twenty Discourses

By Emil Gustav Hirsch

Book Overview

Twenty Discourses is a book written by Emil Gustav Hirsch and published in 1906. The book is a collection of twenty sermons or discourses delivered by Hirsch at various occasions and events. Hirsch was a prominent Jewish rabbi and scholar, who served as the rabbi of the Sinai Congregation in Chicago and later as the president of the Central Conference of American Rabbis. The discourses in the book cover a wide range of topics related to Judaism, ethics, and social issues. Some of the themes explored in the book include the importance of prayer, the meaning of repentance, the role of women in Jewish tradition, and the challenges of modernity. Hirsch also reflects on his personal experiences as a rabbi and offers insights into the Jewish community in America at the turn of the 20th century. Overall, Twenty Discourses is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Jewish thought and practice, as well as for those interested in the history of American Judaism. The book offers a glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential Jewish leaders of his time and provides a thoughtful reflection on the challenges and opportunities facing the Jewish community in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164173316
• ISBN13: 9781164173311
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"