Publisher's Synopsis
""What Makes Life Worth Living? A Series Of Eight Friday Evening Discourses"" is a book written by Menahem M. Eichler and originally published in 1904. The book is a collection of eight speeches or discourses that were given on Friday evenings, which is the traditional time for Jewish Sabbath services. The author, Menahem M. Eichler, was a prominent rabbi and scholar of Jewish philosophy and ethics. In this book, he explores the question of what makes life worth living from a Jewish perspective. He draws on Jewish texts and traditions to offer insights into the meaning and purpose of life, and to provide guidance on how to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.The discourses cover a wide range of topics, including the importance of family and community, the role of work and leisure, the value of education and learning, and the need for spiritual and moral growth. Eichler also addresses more existential questions, such as the nature of suffering and the meaning of death.Overall, ""What Makes Life Worth Living? A Series Of Eight Friday Evening Discourses"" is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the Jewish approach to the question of the meaning and purpose of life. It offers readers a unique perspective on these timeless questions and provides practical guidance for living a meaningful and fulfilling life.Delivered Before Congregation Beth Israel, Philadelphia, Pa. During The Winter 5664 '03-'04.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.
