The JPS Dictionary of Jewish Words

From one of the most trusted names in Jewish publishing comes an indispensable reference to the most common Jewish words and terms in use today. The entries include words for and associated with Jewish holidays and life-cycle events, culture, history, the Bible and other sacred texts, Jewish worship, and more. Each entry has a pronunciation guide and is cross-referenced to other related terms. The introduction serves as an excellent primer on the history of Jewish words, their transliteration, and pronunciation.