Author Excitedly Holding His First Book

~ slfuchs

photoThis was an exciting day!

My book is off the presses, and I received the first small shipment today.  I am thrilled beyond words!  I hope and pray that I will be able to get what I believe is the important message of What’s in It for Me? Finding Ourselves in Biblical Narratives to as wide an audience as possible. I wrote this book because I believe in the power of biblical stories–properly interpreted and understood–to transform our lives for the better.

I do not believe the Bible is literal, historical or scientific truth. I believe its truth lies in the lessons the stories can teach us that can make us better people.  I strongly believe in God, but I am convinced Biblical narratives–as I explain in the book–can have meaning for those who do not.

There is a reason more people have read he Bible, translated the Bible and written about the Bible more than any other book. I hope my slender volume will help you understand why and that it will change the way you think about your life and your place in the world.

Published by slfuchs

Loving husband, father, grandfather and rabbi. Author of, "What's in It for Me? Finding Ourselves in Biblical Narratives,” "ToraHighlights,” “Why the Kof?,” “Why Triple Chai?,” "Who Created God?," and "...And Often the First Jew." On October 17, 2017, Rabbi Fuchs was selected as the recipient of the Vanderbilt Divinity School's Distinguished Alumnus Award. To be considered for this award, one must demonstrate excellence and distinction in justice-making through their efforts in congregational ministry, religious institutions, non-denominational/all-inclusive organizations, community–based organizations, government, or other social institutions. Spent last four falls serving in Milan, Italy, (2013) and Germany (2014-2016). Otherwise, he enjoy writing and speaking after serving three congregations and as President of the World Union for Progressive Judaism. He is currently serving as Rabbi of Bat Yam Temple of the Islands, Sanibel, Florida.

18 thoughts on “Author Excitedly Holding His First Book”

  5. Anna, your good wishes and your support have meant so much! I am excited to reach this milestone, and I pray an Italian edition will also see the light of day.

    Like

    Reply

  6. The day is finally here! Mazel tov, Rabbi Fuchs! I’m so excited for you! I’m looking forward to reading this long-awaited masterpiece!

    Like

    Reply

    1. Sevvy, thank you so much! I don’t know about masterpiece, but it has certainly been long awaited by me, and I hoe it makes a meaningful contribution to people’s ability to appreciate Torah and take its teachings to heart.

      Liked by 1 person

      Reply

  8. Rabbi. You mention your hopes of changing the way one thinks. Have you reconsidered in your “so called” book the fact that you consider circumcision to not be ones choice? This is an invasion on ones own body.
    Is that one of the things you consider transforming life for the better?

    Like

    Reply

    1. My “so called” book has been percolating for 40 years, so I find your comment offensive. It took all of my restraint not to treat it as spam. If you want to ask a question, I’m here. If you want to be insulting, please do not comment further.

      Liked by 1 person

      Reply

    1. Anne, did I ever reply to you. If not, please accept my apology! It is available on Kindle or Nook through Amazon or Barnes and Noble. Or if you send a check or M.O. Before 9/10 for $14.99 (discount from $17.99 after book is officially published) to BIBNAR ,1992 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117, it will be in the mail

      Like

      Reply

  10. Oh, Stephen, this is so exciting!! I had no idea that you were in the publication process. I would love to get my hands on a copy. How would I go about doing so??

    Many blessings and much success,
    Dani

    P.S. I hope to have a response you your kind request soon. Quite honestly, I’m still trying to wrap my heart around it.

    Like

    Reply

Leave a reply to Rob Berman Cancel reply