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Turning Judaism Outwards
- A Biography of the Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneerson
- Narrated by: Shlomo Zacks
- Length: 16 hrs and 39 mins
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Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson (1902-1994), the Lubavitcher Rebbe, took an insular Chasidic group that was almost decimated by the Holocaust and transformed it into one of the most influential and controversial forces in world Jewry. This superbly crafted biography draws on recently uncovered documents and archives of personal correspondence, painting an exceptionally human and charming portrait of a man who was well known but little understood. With a sharp attention to detail and an effortless style, Chaim Miller takes us on a soaring journey through the life, mind and struggles of one of the most interesting religious personalities of the Twentieth Century.
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As Adolf Hitler and the Nazis seduced a nation, bullied a continent, and attempted to exterminate the Jews of Europe, a small number of dissidents and saboteurs worked to dismantle the Third Reich from the inside. One of these was Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a pastor and author. In this New York Times bestselling biography, Eric Metaxas takes both strands of Bonhoeffer's life—the theologian and the spy—and draws them together to tell a searing story of incredible moral courage in the face of monstrous evil.
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Throughout the course of history, civilization has been blessed by strong-minded men and women who have impacted our world in extraordinary ways. Their imprint upon humanity is beyond dispute. And many would contend that they were no less than the result of Divine Providence - a gift of God to the human race. The Mark of a Giant examines the lives and contributions of seven men and women who changed the world: Abraham of Ur, Pericles, the Apostle Paul, Sir Isaac Newton, Marie Curie, Martin Luther King Jr., and Mother Teresa.
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An accessible, expert introduction to one of the greatest minds of 19th century. Whether you're completely new to him, or if you're already familiar with his work, Kierkegaard: A Single Life presents a fresh understanding of his life and thought. Kierkegaard was a brilliant and enigmatic loner whose ideas permeated culture, shaped modern Christianity, and influenced people as diverse as Franz Kafka and Martin Luther King Jr. Though few people today have read his work, that lack of familiarity with the real Kierkegaard is changing with this biography by scholar Stephen Backhouse.
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Poet, memoirist, labor organizer, and Episcopal priest, Pauli Murray helped transform the law of the land. Arrested in 1940 for sitting in the whites-only section of a Virginia bus, Murray propelled that life-defining event into a Howard law degree and a fight against "Jane Crow" sexism. Now Murray is finally getting long-deserved recognition: The first African American woman to receive a doctorate of law at Yale, her name graces one of the university's new colleges.
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great American shero
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Rob Schenck’s extraordinary life has been at the center of the intersection between evangelical Christianity and modern politics. Attacked by partisans on both sides of the aisle, he has been called a "right-wing hate monger", the "ultimate D.C. power-broker", a "traitor", and "turncoat." Now, this influential spiritual adviser to America’s political class chronicles his controversial, sometimes troubling career in this revelatory and often shocking memoir. He reflects on his path to God, his unconscious abandonment of his principles, and his return to the convictions that guide him.
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The Firebrand and the First Lady
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Inspiring
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East West Street
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When human rights lawyer Philippe Sands received an invitation to deliver a lecture in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv, he began to uncover a series of extraordinary historical coincidences. It set him on a quest that would take him halfway around the world in an exploration of the origins of international law and the pursuit of his own secret family history, beginning and ending with the last day of the Nuremberg Trials.
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Outstanding!
- By lori on 05-07-18
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amazing
amazing. food for thought every time I listen. I learned deeply about the rebbe and his way of thinking.
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- Moshe G
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unbelievable
just a special gift to learn about a man who was more angel than human. Love was his premise. a gift to learn more about him.
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- Regina
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Captivating story and a living inspiration.
The story of the Rebbe's life and philosophy is an enrichment to the world for people of all faiths, and to those who are still searching. This book provides what the word "Chabad" indicates: "Wisdom" "Knowledge" and Understanding.
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- Rodrigo
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The Marvellous Rebbe of Lubavitch in a full vision
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I recommend to all the jews, obviously, and to all the seekers of practical spirituality. It is not a manual, but it is a way to get closer to an Illuminated person.
What about Shlomo Zacks’s performance did you like?
Zacks is the Voice of Chabad here on Audible.com. A smooth, pleasant and calm voice with british accent. Excellent
If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?
Turning Judaism Outwards.
Any additional comments?
I highly recommend this book. Forbiography fans, for jews and non-jews.
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- AL1
- 09-12-19
Life Changing for Anyone
This autobiography will change your life regardless of affiliation or religion. Every one of the 999 minutes is soulful and inspiring without being forceful or restricting. I cried at the story of Schneerson’s life.
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- Yisroel Newman
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Great narration for an inspiring book
Where does Turning Judaism Outwards rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
I would say that out of all of the other audiobooks I've listened to, this would be in my top 5.
What other book might you compare Turning Judaism Outwards to and why?
I would compare it to any of Walter Isaacson's biographies on tape.
Extremely well researched, sounds so eloquent and tells a fascinating story.
What about Shlomo Zacks’s performance did you like?
I like his accent and clear annunciation. I would look out for him on other audible books
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It kept me engrossed to the point where I couldn't stop the track.
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- Chaya Menucha
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Supremely Enlightening
Whether you are Jewish or not, you will not regret reading this enligtening book.
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- Thomas McKelly
- 06-08-15
woe. holy cow
an awesome and in depth sequential approach to the rebels biograghy. I highly recommend this for everyone.
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- LJ
- 03-07-17
Inspiring
I was inspired anew as a follower of the Rebbe. At times I was laughing, smiling, or crying as the Rebbe's words rang out to me.
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- TJames
- 11-07-14
Digitally modified recording is disappointing
This book wasn’t for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?
For some reason the pauses between sentences have been digitally compressed. This makes for very difficult listening.
What didn’t you like about Shlomo Zacks’s performance?
He can actually pronounce yiddish words! Something one would have thought a necessary pre-requisite for a book on judiasm. However, as experience has show this is not always the case. So well done Shlomo.
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