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u/genuineindividual · 7 pointsr/Judaism

Jewish Literacy, by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin: http://www.amazon.com/Jewish-Literacy-Important-Religion-History/dp/0688085067. I believe it's the best selling Jewish book of all time, right after the Bible (maybe).

u/juden-shikker · 3 pointsr/Judaism

I would contact Chabad in Richmond

also if you're interested in basically the basics You can't go wrong with Jewish Literacy by Telushkin (and there are copies for five dollars!)

u/Monkeyhalevi · 2 pointsr/Judaism

Not exactly, see below. The short answer is the ten commandments.

If you want a REALLY good primer on Jewish values, beliefs, and thoughts, take a look at the following:

Jewish Wisdom

Jewish Literacy

Jewish Values

A Code of Jewish Ethics

Chaim Halevi Donin's books

Between R. Telushkin and R. Donin you will get a very comprehensive intro to Judaism. I have personally read at least 6 of the 9 or so books posted here, and have found both to be exceptionally well written and informative. R. Telushkin is a personal favorite of mine, and I think he nails it every time, not only in terms of accuracy and quality of writing, but in making it actually enjoyable to read. Aka, when I sit down with one of his books, I will clear easily 600 to 800 pages a day.

Hope that helps!