Name: The Complete Targum Onkelos: English Translation with Original Hebrew and Aramaic Text - Volume I
Brand: Rabbi Jack Abramowitz
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The Complete Targum Onkelos: English Translation with Original Hebrew and Aramaic Text - Volume I

$24.95

The Complete Targum Onkelos: English Translation with Original Hebrew and Aramaic Text - Volume I

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The Complete Targum Onkelos: English Translation with Original Hebrew and Aramaic Text - Volume I

ISBN: 978-1947857933

Author: Rabbi Jack Abramowitz

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The Sages instituted the study of Shnayim Mikra v’Echad Targum – reviewing the weekly Torah portion twice in the original Hebrew and once in the Aramaic translation/commentary of Onkelos – as an obligation on every Jew. Sadly, this duty is overlooked or performed in a less-than-optimum fashion because of our generation’s lack of familiarity with Aramaic. The Complete Targum Onkelos is the first translation of Onkelos designed specifically to assist readers in fulfilling the mitzvah of reviewing the parsha Shnayim Mikra v’Echad Targum. The Complete Targum Onkelos includes the original text of the Chumash, the Aramaic adaptation of the Targum, and an accessible new English translation highlighting the emendations of Onkelos in bold-faced type. Volume 1 of The Complete Targum Onkelos covers the books of Bereishis and Shemos.

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Book Cover Type: Paperback

Language: English/Hebrew/Aramaic

Pages: 486

Trim: 6x9

Weight: 1.54 pounds

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The Sages instituted the study of Shnayim Mikra v’Echad Targum – reviewing the weekly Torah portion twice in the original Hebrew and once in the Aramaic translation/commentary of Onkelos – as an obligation on every Jew. Sadly, this duty is overlooked or performed in a less-than-optimum fashion because of our generation’s lack of familiarity with Aramaic. The Complete Targum Onkelos is the first translation of Onkelos designed specifically to assist readers in fulfilling the mitzvah of reviewing the parsha Shnayim Mikra v’Echad Targum. The Complete Targum Onkelos includes the original text of the Chumash, the Aramaic adaptation of the Targum, and an accessible new English translation highlighting the emendations of Onkelos in bold-faced type. Volume 1 of The Complete Targum Onkelos covers the books of Bereishis and Shemos.

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Delve into the timeless wisdom of Targum Onkelos, the authoritative Aramaic translation and commentary of the Torah.

This groundbreaking edition includes the original Hebrew and Aramaic texts alongside a clear English translation, providing unparalleled access to this foundational work in Jewish tradition.

Who Was Onkelos?
Onkelos was a second-century CE convert to Judaism and a disciple of Rabbi Eliezer and Rabbi Yehoshua. Far more than a simple translation, his work offers profound insights into the Torah’s meaning. Onkelos employs meticulous linguistic precision to clarify the Torah’s text, avoiding anthropomorphisms and deepening our understanding of its divine message. His Targum is a cornerstone of Jewish learning, cited extensively by Rashi, Maimonides (Rambam), Nachmanides (Ramban), and other classic commentators.

Why Study Targum Onkelos?
The Talmud (Berachos 8a) commands every Jew to study the weekly Torah portion twice in Hebrew and once with the Targum, a practice known as Shnayim Mikra v’Echad Targum. This mitzvah is not just a scholarly exercise—it is a profound spiritual discipline that deepens our connection to the wisdom of Torah. Onkelos illuminates the Torah’s plain meaning (p’shat), clarifies challenging verses, and enhances our understanding of God’s will. Despite its importance, many struggle with the Aramaic text, making this edition, with its accessible English translation, an essential resource for fulfilling this weekly obligation.

What’s Inside?
This volume covers the first two books of the Torah, Bereishis (Genesis) and Shemos (Exodus). Each Torah portion is presented in its entirety, accompanied by Onkelos’ Aramaic translation and a faithful English rendition. The book also includes essays on the mitzvah of Shnayim Mikra v’Echad Targum, practical tips for incorporating it into your daily and weekly Torah study, and an exploration of Onkelos’ methodology and unique contributions.

Why This Book?
Whether you are new to Targum Onkelos or a seasoned student of the Torah, The Complete Targum Onkelos is an indispensable companion for your studies. Enhance your weekly Torah study, fulfill the mitzvah of Shnayim Mikra v’Echad Targum, and deepen your connection to the timeless wisdom of the Torah with this meticulously crafted volume.

Perfect for Orthodox Jews, Torah scholars, or anyone seeking to explore the beauty of traditional Chumash study, this book makes the legacy of Onkelos accessible to today’s learners.