Product Description

The Judaic art of Adam Rhine is popping up everywhere—from best-selling calendars and greeting cards to magazine covers and even on chocolate candy. Hebrew Illuminations brings together for the first time over 44 stunning images from this visionary artist in a beautiful collector’s edition. Intended for use as part of a traditional kabbalistic meditation practice, the breathtaking "mandalas" in Hebrew Illuminations are accompanied by supplementary instruction that invites the reader to contemplate the rich layers of meaning hidden in a wide range of Hebrew letters and symbols, including: • The "Aleinu"—a declaration of faith that beckons the viewer to offer praise for all creation • "Chai"—a tribute to the divine for the miraculous gift of life • Dozens of moving images in honor of Jewish holidays, Torah passages, Sabbath practices, and more.

Like the medieval illuminated manuscripts that inspire them, the ornate and celebratory creations of Adam Rhine will instill a sense of divine majesty in all who behold Hebrew Illuminations.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #308032 in Books
• Published on: 2006-08-01
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 99 pages

Review
"A handsome picture book...Rhine's paintings echo Chris-tian illuminated manuscripts of the Middle Ages." -- Chicago Tribune, Sept. 22, 2006

"Rhine is an accomplished Judaic artist...a beautifully illustrated book of the Hebrew symbols and alphabet." -- The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Sept. 9, 2006

About the Author
Adam Rhine has been a professional artist since 1991. A member of the American Guild of Judaic Art, he holds a Bachelors Degree in Fine Art in Illustration from Northern Illinois University. Rhine serves on the board of directors for the Lincolnwood Jewish Congregation in Lincolnwood, Illinois. His work has been featured on the Hallmark Channel, the Rothschild Gallery in St. Louis, and in best-selling calendars three years running.

Customer Reviews

Mandala Miracles
"Looking at the letters as the expressions of creation can bring us back to the creation, to G-d's dream and vision of the world that was intended to be, to the purpose of creation, and to our own seemingly unlimited potential for human creativity." ~ Rabbi David Zeller

Adam Rhine's beautifully illustrated alphabet originates from ballpoint sketches that turn into warm watercolor expressions that seem to be an ever-changing mandala miracle. His fascination with calligraphy and interest in infusing his work with the energy of color takes his black-and-white pen drawing into new realms. Here he paints and tells the story of each letter. When discussing "Beit" we see a drawing and also read:

"Having a solid foundation, the letter beit represents a house or home. Each of us can be a home for the divine and a source of blessings to the world, making it a true home for the Divine."

As you contemplate each holy letter in this book you can gain a deeper sense of purpose in the way letters are arranged to produce deeper meanings in words.

"Chai, the world for `life,' is spelled with a chet and yud. This combination unites the presence of G-d (represented by the yud) to our existence in time (chet)."

The drawings themselves are alive with meaning and beauty. I love the drawing "Ahava" because two hearts are incorporated into the picture to produce a stained-glass effect. The "Tikkun Olam" painting would be beautiful framed.

~The Rebecca Review

Marvalous
Absolutely wonderful. Adam does a great job on the Hebrew aleph-bet. Good, accurate discriptions with the numerical value as well. What I am most enamored with are his Magen Davids. They are beautiful, artistic and classically suited to each season and phase of Jewish life. Good Job Adam!

Kaleidoscopic
This is a colorful, informative treasure of a calendar. Reminds me when we used to make the spirograph drawings and then color them. Has the necessary information for keeping up with Torah readings, holy days, candle lightings and a brief verse and story of the holiday. Amazing and vibrant creativity in the drawings. Hopefully this will become a tradition in our household to have at least one hanging on the wall.