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Rabbi Wexler invigorates this little-known story, exploring a new and refreshing angle on the subject of women in the bible. Indeed, this book demonstrates how Judaism was the first religion to advance the status of women, more than 3,000 years before even the most progressive western civilizations acted similarly. Engaging and accessible, The Daughters Victorious deftly combines history, fiction and biblical teachings. The result is entertaining, educational and enlightening – a challenging read for Torah scholars, people with an interest in ancient Jewish history, and, of course, women of all ages. “…fascinating and inspiring reading. Biblical figures come to life and one feels the heartbeat of the generation that left Egypt and continues on to the Land of Israel.” —Rabbi Dr. Aaron Rakeffet Professor of Rabbinic Literature at Yeshiva University’s Gruss Institute in Jerusalem “…You have succeeded in opening the eyes of our generation.” —Rabbi Hersch M. 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This latest work of historical fiction from the author of Hanina My Son delves into the life and times of this fiery revolutionary, shedding a light on the fascinating historical figure along with the Roman Emperor Hadrian and Rabbi Akiva, the great Talmudic sage that helped spark the Bar Kokhba revolution. Brilliantly describing one of the most exciting eras in Jewish history, Sanders illustrates the irreconcilable worldviews of the “enlightened” Roman Empire and the Jewish people, stubbornly faithful to its God. My Husband, Bar Kokhba describes a life and journey of love and sorrow, revolutions and wars, victory and defeat. Andrew Sanders was born in 1934, in Budapest, Hungary, and is the author of three books based on Jewish historical and philosophical subjects. His first book, Dear Maimonides, is a treatise on science and religion, and has been published in Canada, the United States, and Hungary. Hanina My Son, a historical novel was published in both English and Hebrew. 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This book, written in the 1940s and brought to the reading public now for the first time, records some of those enthralling stories of our ancestors, bringing Jewish lore alive in an animated recounting of the origin and lifetime of the father of the Jewish people. 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