Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan Books

Explore Jewish belief, the meaning of mitzvos, and Breslov teachings through Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan’s books and translations. Whether you are choosing your first title, filling a gap in your library, or selecting a Torah-learning gift, this collection helps you compare subjects, volumes, and languages.

Which Aryeh Kaplan book should I start with?

• Faith and purpose: Aryeh Kaplan Anthology, Volume I brings together writings on Jewish belief, the Messiah, creation, and spiritual thought.
• The meaning of Jewish life: Anthology, Volume II explores subjects including Jerusalem, tzitzis, mikvah, and Shabbos.
• Both collections: choose the two-volume hardcover anthology set for a wider range of topics in one purchase.
• Breslov through stories: Rebbe Nachman’s Stories offers Rabbi Kaplan’s English translation with annotations.
• Breslov through conversations: Rabbi Nachman’s Wisdom presents the Rebbe’s life and guidance, recorded by Reb Noson and translated by Rabbi Kaplan.

Choose a collection or a focused subject

The anthologies suit readers who want several topics in one place. Individual works on Shabbos, tefillin, tzitzis, mikvah, and belief let you concentrate on one question or mitzvah. Before ordering a separate work, compare its title with the contents of any anthology you already own.

Buying the anthologies as a gift?

The complete set includes two hardcover volumes. Individual Volume I and Volume II listings each include one book. Choose the set for someone building a library, or a single volume when you know the reader’s interests or what is missing from their shelf.

Language and authorship

This selection includes English books and translated editions. Check each listing’s language and binding. For Breslov works, Rebbe Nachman’s original teachings and Rabbi Kaplan’s translation are identified separately, so you know exactly which book you are ordering.

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