The Jewish mystics and philosophers call man medaber, the speaker. The capacity of speech is uniquely human, and we make much use of it, for better or worse. Yet we rarely consider its workings, how without any conscious premeditation, words flow effortlessly out of our mouths. Delivered on the second night of Rosh Hashanah 1898, Rabbi Shalom DovBer Schneersohn, fifth Lubavitcher Rebbe, this fundamental discourse is now presented as part of the Chasidic Heritage Series with extensive annotations and explanations.

Each year, Jewish people all over the world observe Rosh Hashanah. They celebrate the Jewish New Year with prayers, synagogue services, and family gatherings. It is a time to focus on God's forgiveness. Many of the holiday's traditions are based on ancient religious practices. This title explores how these customs developed over time. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

With its delightful folktales, songs, and blessings, this illustrated introduction to Rosh Hashanah captures the essence of the holiday of renewal.