Einstein And The Rabbi: Searching For The Soul

Winner of the 2017 Nautilus Award in the Religion/Spirituality of Western Thought Category A bestselling author and rabbi?s profoundly affecting exploration of the meaning and purpose of the soulEinstein and the Rabbi is an inspiring and deeply affecting book for people of all faiths, Rabbi Naomi Levy sets off on a three-year exploration of the mystery behind a moving and mystical letter that Albert Einstein wrote to a grieving father about the unity that underlies all existence. In the letter Einstein perfectly captures what Rabbi Levy has come to believe about the human condition: that we are intimately connected and that we are blind to this truth. Wondering what had elicited such spiritual wisdom from a man of science, Levy leads us on a breathtaking journey full of wisdom, empathy, and humor, all the while helping us to reclaim our souls and glimpse the oneness that has been eluding us, live up to our gifts, and understand why we are here.Review?Drawing on poignant personal stories, Jewish life and traditions, and a spiritual letter from Einstein to a grieving father, Naomi Levy?s book outlines an inspiring guide on how to live a meaningful and connected life.? ?Alan Lightman, author of Einstein?s Dreams?Rabbi Naomi Levy shares her loving spirit, her inspirational stories of Einstein and the rabbi whose grief he sought to assuage, and her lessons on hearing the voice of your soul. This remarkable book spoke to me as I am sure it will speak to you.? ?Susan Cain, author of Quiet?It is the task of the rabbi to articulate the wisdom and power of the Jewish religion in all its profundity, mystery, and earthy relevance. Naomi Levy performs the task spectacularly; she speaks from deep within the Jewish soul and gives the spiritual gifts of Judaism not only to Jews but to the world at large. It is difficult to overestimate her contribution. Einstein and the Rabbi is worthy of the matriarchs from whom originated the blessing of Jewish womanhood and who continue, through such as her, to bless it still." ?Marianne Williamson, author of A Return to Love and Everyday Grace?[Levy] is a gifted storyteller?courageous, daring, witty and wise?. She brings not only eloquence and wisdom but also a wry sense of humor and the deepest compassion to her writing. Yet [Einstein and the Rabbi] achieves something even more exalted, an intimate revelation that rings with courage and authenticity. The reader surely will come away from Levy?s latest book with that sense of spiritual fullness she seeks to impart in everything she does.? ?Jewish Journal?[Levy's] wisdom and openness and wondrous spirit ripple through the pages of her engaging new book.? ?The Jerusalem Post"Engaging...genuinely moving." ?Publishers Weekly?Everyone needs to read this book. It is a book for the times we live in now...capturing the human spirit through historic journeys, present-day gestures of kindness, and understanding. Naomi Levy writes with a clear, easy style that allows us to fall into her narrative, bearing witness to the soul life.? ?Julianna Margulies, actor/producer?With keen insight, an open heart, and the graceful, accessible wisdom for which she is widely known, Rabbi Naomi Levy has written a book that will be a balm and a provocation for all who read it. It made me cry. It made me think. To read it is to be gently guided into a deeper place.? ?Dani Shapiro, author of Devotion and Hourglass?Throughout, Levy comes off as a trustworthy guide, with just the right leavening (or perhaps unleavening) of humor and endless compassion.? ?Kirkus Reviews?Spiritual seekers of any faith should find guidance and comfort in these intricately woven stories of love, loss, suffering, and success.? ?Library Journal"Part candid and moving memoir, part accounting of an inspiring spiritual quest. This unusual volume is also a page-turner." ?Wendy Mogel, Ph.D., author of The Blessing of a Skinned Knee"Do not miss this unique work combining wisdom, inspirat