The Emperors and the Jews

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…The Emperors and the Jews is a most fascinating and informative read… It belongs in the home of every Jew interested in our tradition and history. 
  • Rabbi Berel Wein, Founder and Director of the Destiny Foundation
 
Jewish sources focus on the rare but pivotal interactions between great Jewish Sages and ancient emperors. 
The reason is clear: some of life’s greatest lessons can be learned from these historical encounters. 
 
This unique book draws on scores of famous and lesser-known Torah sources, as well as the works of Jewish and non-Jewish historians throughout the ages. For the first time, historian and storyteller Ari Lieberman has collected, analyzed, and explained these incredible encounters, and the result is a fascinating, inspirational page-turner.
 
Alexander the Great conquers the world, triumphant in battle after battle. Yet when he meets Shimon HaTzaddik, he jumps off his horse and bows down. Why?
 
Ptolemy’s translation of the Torah into Greek is celebrated by the Jews of Alexandria, but Chazal designate its completion as a tragedy commemorated within a fast day. Why?
 
Vespasian, astounded by Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai’s prediction that he would become emperor, appears ready to grant any wish, but Rabbi Yochanan “limits” his request to asking for Yavneh. Why?
 
Hadrian was so bad that we add the words “may his bones rot” to his name, yet Rabbi Yehoshua ben Chananya appears at home in his royal court. Why?
 
Marcus Aurelius leads Rome, the implacable enemy of the Jewish people. But when faced with political threats and personal crisis, he turns to Rabbi Yehudah HaNasi. Why?  

Book Description

Jewish sources focus on the rare but pivotal interactions between great Jewish Sages and ancient emperors. 
The reason is clear: some of life’s greatest lessons can be learned from these historical encounters. 
 
This unique book draws on scores of famous and lesser-known Torah sources, as well as the works of Jewish and non-Jewish historians throughout the ages. For the first time, historian and storyteller Ari Lieberman has collected, analyzed, and explained these incredible encounters, and the result is a fascinating, inspirational page-turner.

About The Author

Ari Lieberman holds a B.A. in political science and history from Bar Ilan University and earned an M.B.A. from Temple University. A recent graduate of the Keter HaTorah Mishnah Berurah semichah program, he has focused his academic interests on Jewish history, particularly the relationship between famous historic rulers and prominent Jewish advocates. He is already at work on his next project, The Queens and the Jews. Ari and his wife, Lilly, made aliyah in 1994, reside in Ramat Beit Shemesh, and are the proud parents of one daughter, a son-in-law, and five sons.

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The Emperors and the Jews is a most fascinating and informative read… It belongs in the
home of every Jew interested in our tradition and history.
– Rabbi Berel Wein, founder and director of the Destiny Foundation

I commend the author on a quality presentation and recommend this book to all those who want to understand these historical periods.
– Rabbi Zev Leff, rav of Moshav Matityahu

I was delighted to find it both extremely informative and captivating.
– Rabbi Michel Twerski, Hornosteipler Rebbe of Milwaukee

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  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 376 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1-946351-74-6
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎  1.7 pounds

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