Title
The Book Of Customs: A Complete Handbook For The Jewish Year,New
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
Fifteen Years Ago While Researching Jewish Imagery, Awardwinning Book Designer Scottmartin Kosofsky Happened Upon A 1645 Edition Of The Minhogimbukh The 'Customs Book' A Beautifully Designed And Illustrated Guide To The Jewish Year Written In Yiddish, The Peoples Vernacular. Captivated, He Investigated Further And Learned That From 1590 To 1890, This Cross Between A Prayer Book And A Farmers Almanac Was Immensely Popular In Households All Across Europe. Published In Dozens Of Editions And Revised Over The Centuries In Venice, Prague, Amsterdam, And Throughout Germany Before Moving Eastward In The Nineteenth Century To Poland And Russia, These Books Detail The Evolution Of Jewish Custom Over Three Hundred Years. But By The 1890S, As Jewish Practice Became Polarized Between The Secularist And Traditionalist Views, The Minhogimbukh Disappeared.There Are No Works Quite Like The Historical Customs Books Available Today And None So Thorough And Concise, Intuitive In Organization, And Beautiful. Inspired By The Originals, Kosofsky Set Out To Make His Own, Adapting The Books For Modern Use, Adding Historical Perspective And Contemporary Application. The Result Is The Reappearance Of The Minhogimbukh After More Than A Hundredyear Absence, And The First Complete Showing Of All The Original Woodcuts A Visual Vocabulary Of Jewish Life Since The 1760S. Faithfully Based On The Earlier Editions, The Book Of Customs Is An Updated Guide To The Rituals, Liturgies, And Texts Of The Entire Jewish Year From The Days Of The Week And The Sabbath To All The Months With Their Festivals, As Well As The Major Lifecycle Events Of Wedding, Birth, Bar And Bat Mitzvah, And Death. With The Revival Of This Lost Cultural Legacy, The Book Of Customs Can Once Again Become Every Familys Guide To Jewish Tradition And Practice.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Book of Customs' about? A: 'The Book of Customs' is a comprehensive guide to Jewish traditions and practices throughout the year, based on historical texts known as the Minhogimbukh. It covers rituals, liturgies, and significant life-cycle events.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Book of Customs' is Scott-Martin Kosofsky, an award-winning book designer who researched Jewish imagery and customs.
- Q: When was 'The Book of Customs' published? A: 'The Book of Customs' was published on September 28, 2004.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'The Book of Customs' is available in hardcover format and consists of 464 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for modern readers? A: Yes, the book adapts historical customs for modern use, providing contemporary applications alongside traditional practices.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other Jewish tradition books? A: This book is unique as it combines historical context with modern relevance, and includes original woodcuts that visually depict Jewish life, offering a thorough and concise exploration of customs.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book? A: Yes, 'The Book of Customs' features original woodcuts that serve as a visual vocabulary of Jewish life, enhancing the reader's understanding of customs.
- Q: What life-cycle events are covered in 'The Book of Customs'? A: The book addresses major life-cycle events such as weddings, births, bar and bat mitzvahs, and death, providing insights into the rituals associated with each.
- Q: Is 'The Book of Customs' a scholarly work? A: While 'The Book of Customs' is well-researched and draws from historical sources, it is designed to be accessible for general readers interested in Jewish traditions.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'The Book of Customs' can serve as a resource for educators, students, and anyone interested in learning about Jewish customs and their historical significance.