Zen Judaism: Teaching Tales by a Kabbalistic Rabbi

I find Rabbi Gelberman's teachings the most profound & enlightened I have yet to encounter in my entire life. Studying all religions & philosphy there is, I believe that Rabbi Gelberman brings truths to the Spirit of God. He offers a vast wealth of wisdom, knowledge & enlightenment to all religions as a whole. His "inter-faith" perspective, respecting & honoring all beliefs, is & should be an example to all humans. There are truths in "all" doctrines offered in this world today & Rabbi Gelberman has simply incorporated all truths into his teachings..... There are many ancient teachings that are being brought back into our consciousness. He has by far mastered such teachings. Rabbi Gelberman has dedicated his 93 years of life to bring forth understanding & cooperation amoung world religions & faiths, offering his perspective of divinity to all.

This is a book of tales with spiritual meaning that doesn't try to be spiritual and erudite; it simply tells simple stories of simple lives. Some of the tales have Asian roots such as the tale of the Samuria warrior who asks a master about heaven and hell. Some are traditional elaborations on Biblical texts such as the adjective used to describe Moses. Some are humorous expansions of Biblical texts such as why Adam and Eve were not made until the sixth day. Several are stories relating to understanding between Jews, Christians and Muslims. Some are traditional Hasidic tales. Some may even be actual experiences of the author.All the stories are told clearly and directly - nothing to come between the reader and the story. Each is accompanied by a pen and ink drawing reflecting the simplicity and the message of the story.There are many religious story books available - Anthony de Mello, Mulla Nasrudin, The Conference of the Birds, Tales of Hasidic Masters, exempla, Jataka ... - this stands as one of the best.

When an 87-year-old Kabbalistic rabbi sits down to spin teaching stories he's learned over his long years, you'd better sit down and listen. This is a modern-day rabbi who relates to all faiths and does so in a humorous and informative manner. I loved this book -- an I am a Muslim married to a Christian.