At long last we have a practical and learned treatment of this vital
subject... truly and obviously a MOST wonderful work.
Dr. James Tabor, University of North Carolina (Chair, Dept. of Religious
Studies),
Author of The Jesus Dynasty
Overflowing with wisdom and compassion...a great work, a modern classic.
Vendyl Jones, Vendyl Jones Research Institutes, Dallas
The Rainbow Covenant is a big, rich book. . . a very valuable and welcome
popular introduction to the Noachide laws and the Universal Covenant.
Rabbi Yoel Schwartz and Rabbi Yechiel Sitzman, Yeshivat D'var Yerushalyim,
Jerusalem
Mr. Dallen has embraced the historical importance of the emerging Noachide
movement and, with wit and a keen eye for what is essential, he brings this
ancient religion into modern times.
From the Foreword, by Rabbi Michael Katz, Miami
Absolutely essential reading. The best book available on the Hebrew concept
of universal law and morality.
J. David Davis, author of Finding the God of Noah
Whether novice or scholar, Jew or Gentile, this is what we have all been
waiting for.
Kimberly E. Hanke, author of Turning to Torah
Welcome and timely, detailed and sound. . . Gives non-Jews an opportunity to
become well-acquainted with their age-old obligations. . . enables Jews to
become acquainted with their own heritage in a graphic and exciting manner as
well. . . invites the reader to inquire further into the prolific source
material presented in the notes.
Professor Nahum Rakover, Israel Ministry of Justice, author of Law and the
NoahidesAccording to Amazon or, rather, Amazon's customers The Rainbow
Covenant is a FIVE STAR book. These reviews are all posted on Amazon.com:
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The Rainbow Covenant is a gem of a book
Its gifted author has done a remarkable job in bringing together important
primary source material on many profound and eternal ideas. But that's not all.
He does so in such an inventive, creative way. Perhaps most dazzling, though, is
the fact that this book will be as nourishing to the scholar as it will be to
the beginner. Michael Dallen is an extremely talented educator.
Besides the Amazon review, above, the writer, Arthur Kurzweil, also sent the
author this personal note: I just read, from cover to cover, your book. It's
superb! I am now asking my father, age 83, to read it.
Arthur Kurzweil (author, editor, publisher - Arthur Kurzweil Books - San
Francisco)
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A revolutionary, life-changing book
Michael Dallen's The Rainbow Covenant is a true roadmap to a better world, a
peaceful, dynamic, wholesome world. There are laws, it explains, that apply to
all people, regardless of their faith or creed. And then, in beautifully simple
terms, it lays out those laws. This is a revolutionary, life-changing book.
Suzanne Carrol (Dallas)
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A life-changing book
When I was feeling lost during my search for a spiritual home a few years
ago, an acquaintance told me about Noahism, the Bible's God-given Universal Law
for all people. I began searching for books on the subject and ultimately read
quite a few; The Rainbow Covenant is the best. Mr. Dallen writes on a holy
subject with reverence, intelligence, logic, clear analysis, and humor. The book
is a warm and loving introduction to God's universal moral law. It is an
education in itself, and is thoroughly researched. A reader will take pleasure
in learning how to get directly to classic sources and will find joy in
receiving accurate information on God's universal moral absolutes. No one should
be without this book. (It also feels good in the hands; readers will know what I
mean.)
Christean R., "Ms Coyote" (Ojai, California)
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"The" Guide to the 7 Laws
More in-depth than the Clorfene & Rogalsky-authored "Path of the Righteous
Gentile" and more reader-friendly than Aaron Lichtenstein's "The Seven Laws of
Noah," this book is really "the" guide to the 7 Laws. Whether you are a Jew or
non-Jew; a practicing Ben/Bat Noach or one who is simply interested in learning
more, "The Rainbow Covenant" and its author, Michael Ellias Dallen, will tell
you all that you need to know. Also, visit the accompanying Web site. . . .
Heather F., "World Traveler" (Orange County, California)
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Exquisitely Intelligent!
Finally, a book that is fit to be studied by Noachides at many different
levels. For the beginner the book is written to provide clear and concise
information on the Noachide Laws. The Advanced student isn't excluded. The
richness of Dallen's research and notes provides years of study. This book is
the ideal textbook for a class on the Noachide Laws.
A. Penrod (Dallas, Texas)
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Universal laws for all nations The Rainbow Covenant is one of
the best books a person can buy on the Universal Laws outlined in the Torah
(i.e. Old Testament), for all nations to follow. For individuals wishing to have
a greater understanding of what God expects of us in our day to day lives this
book is a must read.
John Muglia (Toronto, Ontario)
Explores and illuminates God's universal laws of morality
I have read Michael Dallen's book The Rainbow Covenant. It is a very readable
yet painstakingly researched book exploring and illuminating G-d's universal
Laws of Morality according to Jewish tradition. I would recommend this book to
anyone interested in knowing what Jewish tradition considers every human's
obligations to G-d and his fellow man.
Rabbi Eliezer Cohen (Oak Park, Michigan)
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A Must-Read for every Christian
I loved this book, and would recommend it to every Christian.
He has a friendly, well-researched but "non-schoolmastery" approach to teaching
this subject.
I wish more Christians understood "the law" as the Jewish Faith does...as the
"Teachings and Instructions of G-d that help you fly straight like an arrow and
hit the mark". (Sin is "missing the mark.") Visualize a target, with G-d's
righteousness as the "bullseye". It is soooooo not the policeman idea that many
Christians have about G-d.
So many things in Christainity would sound different if Christians really
understood the Jewish Faith and the historical, religious and cultural basis
which formed both Judaism and Christianity.
This book is a great INTRODUCTION to a subject that has been sorely neglected in
the Christian Faith...the Torah, the Commandments, the "Everlasting Covenant"
that G-d proclaimed as being "Not too hard for you...it is neither in the
heavens that someone should have to bring it down for you, or across the Sea
that someone should have to go get it for you...it is very near you, it is in
your mouth and in your heart so you may obey it. You have before you the choices
of Life and Death...to live, follow these commandments" (My paraphrase, Deut. 30
11-17) Jesus claimed that following the commandments would lead to eternal life
and the "Kingdom of Heaven/G-d" (which is NOT "heaven" as Christianity
teaches!). If Jesus taught, following the commandments, that none would be
abolished until the end of time, and claimed them as the way to eternal life,
then shouldn't every Christian investigate the "Teachings and Instructions of
G-d" (aka the "law") and find out what we might be missing?
Every commandment of G-d was issued to help us learn to love Him and to allow us
to transcend our own wants and desires to become more like Him. The Jewish Faith
was the first to call us to become more like G-d, rather than making the gods
look like us. If becoming more like G-d is your goal, this book will call you to
a higher and deeper walk with G-d.
A timely and wonderful book that will start you on the path to a completely
different understanding of the Bible and your relationship with G-d.
D. Foster, "The Printer Lady" (Snohomish, Washington) August 22, 2005
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At last -
What a joy to read this book about the Noachide laws!
As an observant Jew, I have long searched for a book to give non-Jewish friends
information about these little-known laws that is readable, accurate, and
interesting. Michael Dallen's book fits the bill to a T and a bit more...
It is a wonderful primer for those who know nothing and yet has enough
information for an advanced student of the laws to continue their studies. I was
very happy to see the book explain and do away with some common misconceptions
regarding Judaism and the noachide laws, too. For those out there who maintain
that there exists a grand Jewish conspiracy, with the Jews putting themselves at
top and everyone else at the bottom this book explains in real, concrete,
practical terms what the seven laws of Noah really mean. The details are to be
worked out by every country by themself, as long as they conform to the basic
law. No Jew will lord over others.
In fact, Dallen makes it clear that the only thing which really distinguishes
Jews from non-Jews is that Jews must follow more laws, and Jews have more
responsibility to their creator and the creation.
Most of the ethical/legal struggles of today are issues that have already been
debated from every possible angle and decisions have been arrived at by Jewish
sages already hundreds of years ago. It is not enough to read the bible, you
must also know how to take the general laws there and expound them into detailed
laws. the Jews have inherited keys to interpretation direct from Mount Sinai.
Without those keys it is not possible to take something vague like "love your
neighbor as yourself" and know exactly what that means in every possible
situation. Terry Schiavo? The law has already defined what is permissible there.
Abortion? also. And what may surprise the uninformed, the law is fluid and deals
with each and every nuance of circumstance.
I think Michael Dallen has also successfully depicted the beauty of the law, so
often described as being dry and legalistic. But these laws express beauty in
their apparent simplicity and yet complexity of detail. They were meant to
express harmony, harmony is their nature, and a world of beauty (if they are
lived) is their outcome.
Thank you for this book!
Shoshana Clark (Safed, Israel) August 30, 2005
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A wonderful, timely book
What does our Creator require of the Children of Noah? 'The Rainbow Covenant'
speaks to the heart of every human being. As an observant Jew, I thought I knew
this subject, but I was amazed at the complexity of the details of these seven
essential universal principles. Presented in a very readable, engaging book,
there is a flow from one to the other, bringing a richness of the scope of each
one. For instance, the author brings a concept that the negative commandments
cannot be truly fulfilled without doing the opposite--the positive: the opposite
of blaspheming G-d is to sanctify His Name. With the numerous pages of
references notes, this book can be studied time and again, on ever deeper
levels. Of the books on this subject, this is the best I have read. Every so
often a book comes into our world from Heaven; 'The Rainbow Covenant' is one of
these.
Miriam Ben-Yaacov (San Diego)
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A must read for everyone - September 6, 2005
Michael Dallen's book, "The Rainbow Covenant" is a must read for everyone. I
have studied "The Seven Laws of Noah" for several years and have found Michael
Dallen's book a great read for both the novice and the serious student. This
book is both wide in scope and inclusive. You do not need to be a religious
person to read "The Rainbow Covenant" for it is the stuff that nations are built
on.
Terry D. King
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Now, the True Rainbow Covenant for All
I have read The Rainbow Covenant by Dallen, it is really an excellent work by
a genius. The whole material presented in a simple and effective for anybody to
understand and follow the Covenant.
The greatness of the book lies in the author's honesty with the facts - Nothing
has been changed, twisted or mutilated. This makes this books a wonderful for
reading - while traversing thru the Truth. The more you go in depth the more you
are involved in it. It is a wonderful experience.
The Rainbow Covenant ultimately restores the proper mental, spiritual attitude
that is all important for man to connect with God.
A must read for everybody whether Jew or Gentile. It is an experience worth
going through The Rainbow Covenant.
Ramaswamy Kannan Nagarajan (Baroda, India)
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If you're looking for answers
The Rainbow Covenant by attorney Michael Dallen is one of those books that
once you've picked it up you just can't put it down until you've devoured every
word. He informs the reader that the Ten Commandments were never intended for
the non-Jew. However, there is a standard for all of us. In ancient times it was
known as the Seven Laws for the Children of Noah.
If you're looking for answers, you absolutely must start with the Rainbow
Covenant. Even if I didn't acknowledge the existence of a G-d, I'd have still
recognized quickly that the contents of this book were extremely beneficial. The
first chapter alone was so powerful that it sent a shock wave through me that
could only be described as the most intense spiritual arousal that I personally
have experienced. It was as though the Torah Laws were standing naked before me
that I might witness their incredible brilliance and beauty.
Finally, someone is ready to share with us what the G-d of Israel expects of the
non-Jew. Author Michael Dallen has made it easier then ever to understand. Every
page is filled with wisdom. . . .
Theresea Wyatt (Cleveland, Tennessee)
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Morally speaking -
I picked up this book at a friend's suggestion. It's rather easy to read and
provides an overview of the "Seven Universal Laws" that, according to Jewish
tradition, are to be observed by all nations of the world.
If you're worried about your kids being a bit too influenced by "Britney" et
al., you'd be smart to grab a copy of this book. It offers a roadmap to living a
moral life and it lives up to its billing as the "antidote to today's
neo-paganism."
Anonymous ("A reader")
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If you want to know what G-d expects of you -
If you want to know what G-d expects of you . . . If you want to know what
you're supposed to do in today's amoral world . . . If you're looking for peace
of mind, start with The Rainbow Covenant. It's where you find ancient Torah
truths written in a style that is not only easy to understand but thoroughly
enjoyable. It has everything from idolatry to sacrilege and sex, all written in
a scholarly but enlightening way. The Rainbow Covenant became the recipe for my
personal growth through G-d's Laws. It was a fast read that put me in touch with
how G-d wants me to live my life. I have come back to The Rainbow Covenant again
and again. . . .
Harriet D. |
