David Ellenson

A Sacred Argument

World Religions

“A Sacred Argument captures with gentle force the pain, challenge, and reward of interreligious encounters. Christopher Leighton tells the story of his own journeys in interfaith dialogue with captivating and disarming clarity and candor. His humanity and his kindness, his convictions and his courage, his certainties and his doubts, and his love and concern for all humanity appear on every page of this book. A Sacred Argument should be required reading for persons of all faiths!”

American Rabbis, Second Edition

World Religions

“The revised edition of American Rabbis: Facts and Fiction is welcome news indeed to all who are interested in the American rabbinate! In its pages, David Zucker has provided a multilayered historical, sociological, and theological approach to the topic. The many fictional examples that he provides offers a unique perspective to this work. I know of no other book that takes this kind of an approach to the subject. Particularly noteworthy is the attention he pays to contemporary developments on the American scene that have had a decisive impact on the nature of American rabbis. This is a comprehensive portrait that commands the attention of both academic and lay readers. I recommend it highly!”

Genesis Ideology

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“On very rare occasions, a book appears that screams, ‘Read me!’ Genesis Ideology is such a book. In clear and cogent language, David Aaron provides an original framework for understanding the book of Genesis in light of the ideological concerns of its authors. Drawing on his vast knowledge of Ancient Near Eastern literature and modern literary theory, Aaron allows seemingly familiar biblical passages to yield novel, ethical, and religious meanings. This book will richly reward its readers!”

Go to Nineveh

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Jewish tradition asserts, 'turn Scripture over and over again, for all is in it.' Through this brilliant presentation of classical rabbinical commentaries as well as his own careful reading of the book of Jonah, Rabbi Bob demonstrates the truth of this adage. This book provides a spiritual treasure trove of novel insights into this ancient and well-known text.”

The Monotheizing Process

World Religions

“The Monotheizing Process is much more than a work of impeccable scholarship by a learned and mature scholar. In describing the evolution and significance of genuine monotheistic faith in the Jewish and Christian canon, the book addresses itself to modern-day Christians, Jews, and Muslims, and calls upon them to apply the universal and humanistic strictures of that faith to their lives and the lives of their peoples. It is a work worthy of serious discussion.”