{"product_id":"hashem-an-introduction-to-the-creator","title":"Hashem: An Introduction to the Creator","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"max-w-full prose-h2:text-xl prose-h3:text-lg prose-h4:text-base prose-headings:first:mt-0 text-gray-600 font-normal leading-6\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhen \u003ci\u003eHashem\u003c\/i\u003e took the Jewish People out of Egypt, it was the beginning of an unprecedented relationship. By understanding how to maximize this closeness with the Divine, we can serve Him with happiness, love, and awe, and enjoy our intimacy with our Creator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n \r\nBased on almost five hundred sources from the\u003ci\u003e Tanach, Chazal,\u003c\/i\u003e classical \u003ci\u003emefarshim\u003c\/i\u003e, and other\r\nTorah personalities, this beautiful sefer explores fundamental concepts in Judaism and how to use them to connect with Hashem. Intended for those who are not yet observant, those who have been practicing for many years, and everyone in between—this meaningful work will uplift, inspire, and bring \u003ci\u003eHashem\u003c\/i\u003e closer to all who seek Him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n \r\n“So many well-meaning Jews are lacking in a real and palpable relationship with Hashem. Rabbi Okin’s new sefer seeks to begin to reopen the portals of that real and bona fide relationship with the Creator.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nRav Shimon Isaacson\u003c\/b\u003e, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivat Sha’arei Mevaseret Tzion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\n\r\nRabbi Avi Okin\u003c\/b\u003e, MSW, was born and raised in West Orange, NJ, and attended the Jewish Educational Center (JEC) before learning at Yeshivat Shaarei Mevaseret Tzion and Yeshiva College. He obtained semichah from Yeshivas Rabbeinu Yitzchak Elchonon (RIETS) and an MSW from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work. While still a student, Rabbi Okin began writing Connecting to Hashem as an advisor for New York NCSY, based on his discussions with youths who were curious about why and how to connect to their Creator. Rabbi Okin’s rabbinic, pedagogical, and pastoral work focuses on bringing the joy and warmth of Judaism into everyday life. He enjoys singing, learning Torah, and stock investing. Rabbi Okin is now working as the Director of Social Services at the Jewish Community Council of Washington Heights and Inwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\" style=\"margin-top:20px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom:10px\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:520px\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eRabbi Avi Okin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFeldheim Publishers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eISBN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e9781957579665\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eJewish Thought \u0026amp; Mussar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eLanguage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eEnglish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Feldheim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55446014361768,"sku":"HASH","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/9765\/9560\/files\/unnamed_94287fcf-bb47-47f1-abfa-cc1a65f14d6d.jpg?v=1781048403","url":"https:\/\/judaicasquare.com\/products\/hashem-an-introduction-to-the-creator","provider":"Judaica Square","version":"1.0","type":"link"}