Book
The Torah. --
Record details
- ISBN: 1857333802
- ISBN: 9781857333800
- Physical Description: 400 p. : col. ill.
- Publisher: London : Kuperard, c2004.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Parallel title in Hebrew. Publication of the Jewish Publication Society's 1917 translation of the Torah, accompanied by Jewish art and imagery. 10-digit ISBN from Books in print. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 40.00 |
| Language Note: | In English with some Hebrew text. |
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | 222.105208 Bib | 31681020046553 | NONFIC | Checked out | 12/04/2025 |
- Baker & Taylor
An early twentieth-century translation is enhanced by paintings by contemporary artists and reproductions of ancient frescoes and medieval illuminated manuscripts. - Independent Publishing GroupThis edition brings together one of the most beautiful renderings of the Hebrew Bible in the English language with a wealth of Jewish art and imagery. The classic 20th century translation by the Jewish Publication Society is illustrated with ancient frescoes, medieval illuminated manuscripts, and paintings by contemporary Jewish artists. Bound in blue cloth with an illuminated gold foil front cover, this book is an ideal gift and would grace any home. A 'synoptic contents' is included to help the reader locate the better-known events and their themes among the Torah's five books. The Hebrew texts as they appear in the Torah scroll have also been included for several significant passages. An introduction by Rabbi Mariner sets the tone of this elegant edition.
- Random House, Inc.
A classic early 20th century translation by the Jewish Publication Society is graced by reproductions of ancient frescoes, medieval illuminated manuscripts, and paintings by contemporary artists. • Bound in blue cloth with illuminated front cover, bears all the hallmarks of a classic work. • This edition brings together one of the most beautiful renderings of the Hebrew Bible in the English language with a wealth of Jewish art and imagery. • Seventy-four ancient colour illustrations using archive material from many major collections & museums enhance the epic journey through time of a unique people. • The text selected is the classic 1917 Jewish Publicaton Society translation which brings alive the history of the Jewish people in a classical way. • In addition to the contents a synoptic contents has been added to the beginning of each book of the Torah to help the reader locate the better known events and their themes. • The Hebrew texts as they actually appear in the Torah scroll have also been included for several significant passages. • This edition would grace any home or make an ideal present for any rite of passage. • An introduction by Rabbi Mariner sets the tone of this magnificent yet perfect sized edition of the best selling book in the world.
