ha-Piyutim Shel Rosh Ha-Shanah : The Piyutim of Rosh Ha-Shanah

With their difficult wording and esoteric meanings, piyutim are often little understood by many who read them. But the richness and depth of piyutim--written by pure and holy Torah giants--is a treasure waiting to be uncovered. In this eye-opening work, the words and meaning of the Piyutim which are said on Rosh Hashanah, are translated and explained. With precision and clarity, they are brought to light, enabling every reader to grasp the power of these uplifting prayers. With facing Hebrew and English and the commentary of Rabbi Dr. Joseph Breuer, zt"l, who drew largely on the teachings of his grandfather, Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch.Breuer, Josef is the author of 'ha-Piyutim Shel Rosh Ha-Shanah : The Piyutim of Rosh Ha-Shanah', published 2005 under ISBN 9781583302835 and ISBN 1583302832.