The Big Little Book Of Jewish Wit & Wisdom

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From wry observations to poignant Yiddish expressions, traditional quotes to modern teachings, this enchanting collection offers the wisdom and humor of Jewish culture. Whether you're in need of a good laugh or an inspirational quote, you will find it with proverbs and reflections like these: -He who has fed a stranger may have fed an angel. -The Talmud -Where two Jews, three opinions. -A Jewish Proverb -I think your whole life shows in your face and you should be proud of that -Lauren Bacall -If your wife is short, bend down and listen to her. -The Talmud -Vision looks inwards and becomes duty. Vision looks outwards and becomes aspiration. Vision looks upwards and becomes faith. -Stephen Wise This small, chunky volume presents the witty, wonderful, deadpan and droll insight of the Jewish culture. Chapters on Wisdom, Mitzvahs, Dybbuks, Proverbs, Jokes, Curses, Conventions, Mores (ethics), Love & Marriage, Men & Women, Children & Family provide reflections gleaned from a wealth of ancient, traditional and modern sources. The range of wise observations on the ways of the world, snappy one-liners, stories and expressions captures the spirit of the Jews throughout the centuries. Illustrated with sixty watercolor paintings, The Big Little Book of Jewish Wit & Wisdom will delight and engage even the toughest Jewish mother. Some examples: When we hear a baby laugh, it is the loveliest thing that can happen to us.--Sigmund Freud A child's wisdom is also wisdom.--Yiddish proverb I don't believe in the afterlife, although I am bringing a change of underwear.--Woody Allen May you lose all your teeth but one, and may that one have a cavity.--Anonymous (Yiddish curse)

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