Intergalactic Judaism analyzes Biblical metaphors with the aid of modern scientific advances in space exploration, physics, biology and astronomy.
About the author:
Rabbi David Lister studied at the Manchester Mesivta, Yeshiva Shaarei Torah in Manchester, the Mir Yeshiva in Jerusalem and the Ohr LaGolah rabbinic training program. He also holds a degree in French and Modern Hebrew from London University. He was rabbi at the Reading and Muswell Hill Synagogues and a teacher in North West London Jewish Day School. In 2008 he became rabbi of Edgware United Synagogue and principal of Sinai school in Kenton.
Praise for Intergalactic Judaism
"Here is a work that combines dazzling erudition in astronomy, theoretical physics and various other scientific disciplines, together with a fine knowledge of Jewish mysticism and biblical commentary, and � what is truly rare � an ability to combine them seamlessly into a view of the world that is both spiritual and humane."
�Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks
"[Intergalactic Judaism] is fascinating from a scientific perspective and enlightening and inspiring from a Torah perspective."
�Rabbi Zev Leff
"This thought-provoking book demonstrates how modern physics can refresh our perception of Torah and our work in the world."
�Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz