
Passages: Text and Transformation in the Parasha
A thought-provoking study of the weekly parasha, deftly weaving literary analysis with selected teachings of classical commentary.

We are so proud of the work our faculty continues to produce—works that challenge, inspire, and deepen our understanding of Judaism. We invite you to browse our library of faculty-authored books, each a testament to Pardes’ commitment to enriching Jewish knowledge and conversation.

A thought-provoking study of the weekly parasha, deftly weaving literary analysis with selected teachings of classical commentary.

A collection of essays on Tractate Berakhot, combining rabbinical commentary and Hassidic lore to explore the depths of prayer.

Cases of third-party peacemakers in classical, medieval, and early-modern sources, with applications to conflict resolution today.

מתוך פרשנות מקורית לסיפור גן עדן וניסיון רב שנים בייעוץ זוגי, הרב ברקוביץ מבחין בין סוגיות של בחירה חופשית, תיקון עולם, אינטימיות ואמון.

Discover how to connect to your authentic self and build an ongoing relationship with the Divine Presence within you.

59 Hebrew poems with English translations capturing Israeli voices of grief, resilience, and response after October 7.

An anthology of prayers by Jewish women in Israel responding to the experiences and urgent needs of life in Israel after October 7.

Meet the six named heroines of the Talmud and discover how their stories challenge assumptions about women in rabbinic literature.

Thoughtful explorations of Jewish legal and historical texts on women’s roles and place in Jewish faith and practice.

Journey through captivating, lesser-known landscapes of Hasidism through a tapestry of stories, history, people, and communities.

Discover the Talmud’s spiritual and ethical depths, making its timeless wisdom profoundly relevant to daily life.

A searching analysis of passages from Berakhot and commentators, uncovering relevance and inspiration for our generation.