The Answered Prayer: And Other Yemenite Folktales
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| Rating | : | 4.59 (714 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0827607725 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 80 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-16 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Not what I expected" according to Haya Israela. I originally bought this for my research, and expected something a bit more scholarly in nature. It looks almost like a children's book. In fact, I think it might actually be intended for children. Either way, it's a charming little book with beautiful illustrations.. "Good stories for Orthodox children" according to Karen B. Armel. I bought this book for nieces and nephews who live in a strictly orthodox family in Israel. It is always dicey to make good selections for them as I am not of their sect. This book, however, was well received by the parents and loved by the children.. A compilation of twelve Yeminite Jewish stories Midwest Book Review The Answered Prayer And Other Yemenite Folktales is a compilation of twelve Yeminite Jewish stories selected from Mishael Maswari Caspi's extenstive collection of hundreds of such tales, and translated into English when they were adapted by Sharlya Gold for young readers. Nicely illustrated in black and white byMarjory Wunsch, these Yeminite Jewish folktales include: The Wanderer; Ovediah's Fortune; The King's Three Questions; The dreamers; Moshe the Miser; The Nagging Wife; The Pu
When the Jews left Yemen for Israel, the stories came with them, reflecting their culture, their heritage, and their struggle to survive. The wonderful illustrations by Marjory Wunsch highlight the authenticity and spirit of Yemenite Jewish life. This collection of 12 folktales, originally published by JPS in 1990, is sure to entertain new readers and introduce them to the rich lore of this ancient culture.. Yemenite Jews were the victims of harsh laws and persecution, yet out of their troubled lives came tales of joy as well as of sorrow. Mishael Caspi collected these stories and translated them for Sharlya Gold, who adapted them for children
God intervenes indirectly in man's affairs to save threatened communities; prayers are answered in unusual and unexpected ways. Clever answers to challenges or questions prove or establish legitimacy of claims. While the stories provide a glimpse of a lifestyle that is both exotic and unusual, the themes are traditional and appear in other Jewish folklore and in Bible stories. From School Library Journal Grade 2-5-- This collection of folklore reflects the beliefs and traditions of the Yemenite Jews. A collection to be sampled and enjoyed selectively by those interested in this unique segment of the Jewish population. Miserliness is punished, while charitable acts are recognized and rewarded. Some are well told; others are lackluster and marred by heavyhanded humor and/or moralizing. Each story is accompanied by one black-and-white