The Jewish Eye
Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan
Recommended Reading Lists
Aryeh Kaplan (1934-1983), was a well-known Orthodox rabbi and teacher of Jewish meditation. During his short life he wrote more than fifty books! Here is a sampling of his books...
- The Aryeh Kaplan Anthology 2-Volume Slip-Case Set, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
In these two book, Kaplan asks hard questions about Judaism and its commandments, and he gives compelling answers that have broadened the horizons of countless people.
- The Aryeh Kaplan Anthology, Volume I, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Illuminating Expositions on Jewish Thought and Practice by a Revered Teacher - Contains the text of Maimonides' Principles, The Real Messiah, If You Were G-d, and The Infinite Light.
- The Aryeh Kaplan Anthology, Volume II, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Illuminating Expositions on Jewish Thought and Practice by a Revered Teacher - Contains the text ofWaters of Eden, Tzitzith, Tefillin, Jerusalem - The Eye Of The Universe, and Sabbath - Day Of Eternity.
- The Aryeh Kaplan Reader, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
The Gift He Left Behind: Collected Essays on Jewish Themes from the Noted Writer and Thinker.
- The Bahir: Illumination, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
This book includes a modern translation of this ancient text, along with Aryeh Kaplan's commentary on the text.
- Call to the Infinite, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
A book on prayer and praying.
- Chasidic Masters, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
History, Biography, Thought.
- Encounters, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
In this collection of essays, Rabbi Kaplan talks about the meaning of the term "G-D", the concept of holiness, and more...
- Facets and Faces, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
A look at science as an ally of faith.
- Handbook of Jewish Thought Vol. 1, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Beginning with the idea of G-D and his purpose in creation, this handbook goes on to show how this implies the concept of man, Israel, revelation, the Torah and the commandments.
- The Handbook of Jewish Thought, Volume 2, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
A look at classical, Jewish literature.
- If You Were G-d, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Contains 3 essays: If You Were G-d, Immortality and the Soul, and A World of Love.
- If You Were G-d (in Russian), by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Contains 3 essays: If You Were G-d, Immortality and the Soul, and A World of Love.
- Immortality, Resurrection and the Age of the Universe, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
A collection of articles by the late Aryeh Kaplan, this book contains provactive insights combining Kabalastic teaching with modern science.
- The Infinte Light, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
An understanding of G-d, His Torah and man's obligation to observe its truths.
- Inner Space, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Introduction to Kabbalah, Meditation and Prophecy.
- Jerusalem, The Eye of the Universe, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
The text of Rabbi Kaplan's classic book on the significance of Jerusalem.
- Jerusalem, The Eye of the Universe (Illustrated Edition), by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
A Pictorial Tour of the Holy City. A Lavishly illustrated, full-color pictoiral presentation of the Holy City's significance, with text by Rabbi Kaplan.
- Jewish Meditation: A Practical Guide, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
This is a guide to Jewish meditation written in non-technical terms for the layperson.
- Kabbalah and the Age of the Universe, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
This essay is an examination of the age of the universe as discussed in Kabbalistic works.
- The Light Beyond, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Adventures in Hassidic Thought - insights that can help each individual in thier quest for the divine.
- The Living Torah, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
A new translation of the Torah, based On traditional Jewish sources.
- The Lost Princess & Other Kabbalistic Tales Of Rebbe Nachman Of Breslov, by Rebbe Nachman Of Breslov & Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan (translator).
Discover the hidden secrets of Torah and Kabbalah through the captivating stories of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov.
- Made in Heaven: A Jewish Wedding Guide, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
This book was written to give couples a new insight into the depth and spiritual power of the Jewish wedding ceremony.
- Maimonides' Principles, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
This edition of the 13 Principles of Jewish Faith represents a summarized version of the original work which appears in Maimonides' commentary to Mishnah Sanhedrin.
- Meditation and Kabbalah, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
This book reveals the methodology of the ancient Kabbalists and stresses the meditative techniques that were essential to their discipline.
- Meditation and the Bible, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Rabbi Kaplan reveals the meditative methods used by the great prophets of Israel to attain their unique state of consciousness.
- The Me'am Loez Haggadah (Ashkenazic), by Rabbi Yaakov Culi and edited Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
An English translation of Rabbi Yaakov Culi's commentary on the Haggadah.
- Outpouring of the Soul, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan & Nachman of Breslov.
Rabbi Nachman's Path in Meditation
- Rabbi Nachman's Stories, translated by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Rabbi Kaplan's translation is accompanied by a masterful commentary drawn from the works of
Rebbe Nachman's pupils.
- Reaching Out, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
Demonstrates the responsibility of each Jew to join the effort to "reach out" to the unaffiliated.
- The Real Messiah, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
A Jewish Response to Missionaries.
- Sefer Yetzirah, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
The Book of Creation: In Theory and Practice.
- Shabbos, Day of Eternity, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
An introduction to the underlying thought and ideology of the Sabbath and a survey of its laws and customs.
- The Story of Tisha B'Av, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
The story of the destruction of the first and second temple in Jerusalem.
- Tefillin, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
An in-depth and thought-provoking analysis of the concept and mitzvah of tefillin.
- Tzitzith - A Thread of Light, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
In this book, Kaplan delves into the mystery of the commandment of Tzitzith to reveal the link between Tzitzith and the ability of man to overcome sin and reach towards G-d.
- Until the Mashiach: The Life of Rabbi Nachman, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
A biography of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov.
- Waters of Eden, by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan.
The Mystery Of The Mikvah: A uniquely insightful book on the concept of mikveh.
Back to top
Questions or Comments? Send an email to:
Copyright © The Jewish Eye 2001 - 2011 All Rights Reserved