From the Heart of Israel: Jewish Tales and Types is a collection of stories and essays by Bernard Drachman, a prominent American rabbi and author. The book explores various aspects of Jewish life and culture, drawing on both biblical and contemporary sources. The stories range from humorous and lighthearted to poignant and thought-provoking, and cover a wide range of topics, including faith, family, community, and tradition. Some of the tales are based on traditional Jewish folklore, while others are original creations by Drachman. The book also includes a number of essays on Jewish history, philosophy, and ethics, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the Jewish faith and its traditions. Overall, From the Heart of Israel is a rich and engaging collection that offers a unique perspective on Jewish life and culture.1905. This work contains a delightful collection of Jewish tales and types from Israel that will amuse and enchant the reader. Contents: Apologia Pro Libro Suo; Village Kehillah; Little Horseradish Woman; The General; Too Late, But On Time; Proselyte of Righteousness; Isaac and Alice; Scissors-Grinder; The Schlemihl; A Victim of Prejudice; Rabbi's Game of Cards; and a glossary of Hebrew and other non-English terms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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