A book more serious than its title suggests.

A path through the valley of the shadow of death.

Preserving the “uncompromisable standards of human conduct . . . the West has derived from and through the Jews.”

The holiday’s uncomfortable lesson.

An antidote to today’s censorious way of reading.

Interfaith dialogue in a different key.

“Several people said they’re lighting candles again to show the kids a positive aspect” of being Jewish.

And how Hebrew and Yiddish translations shaped it.

There is no sanctity without preparation.

A testament to Jewish stubbornness.

Christian Hebraists, Harvard professors, and the foundational text of postbiblical Judaism.

“We ask for forgiveness” if a body is moved.

Judaism’s revolutionary contribution.

Beyond the denial of death.