Israel Drazin

Israel Drazin served as a rabbi, attorney, and brigadier general in the United States Army. He is well-known for his extensive writings on biblical commentary, Jewish law, and philosophy. Rabbi Drazin authored over thirty books, covering a wide range of topics including biblical interpretation, Jewish mysticism, and rationalist approaches to Jewish tradition. His scholarly work is characterized by a critical, analytical approach to religious texts, often questioning traditional interpretations and suggesting new perspectives. In addition to his literary contributions, Rabbi Drazin had a distinguished military career, which included significant roles in legal and ethical training for military personnel. His unique combination of religious, legal, and military expertise allowed him to contribute uniquely to discussions on moral and ethical issues both within and outside the military. Rabbi Drazin's work continues to influence students, scholars, and readers interested in a rational and open approach to religious thought and practice.

Books

Maimonides: Reason Above All Maimonides: The Exceptional Mind Maimonides: and the Biblical Prophets Mysteries of Judaism (Maimonides and Rational) Mysteries of Judaism II: How the Rabbis and Others Changed Judaism Mysteries of Judaism III Common Sense Evaluations of Religious Thoughts Mysteries of Judaism IV Over 100 Mistaken Ideas about God and the Bible Mysteries of Judaism V: More than 150 Mistaken Notions about God and the Bible Nachmanides: An Unusual Thinker Onkelos on the Torah | 5 volume set (English and Hebrew Edition) | The Gefen Edition Rational Ideas | Book One The Authentic King Solomon The Tragedies of King David Understanding Onkelos Unusual Bible Interpretations: Hosea Unusual Bible Interpretations: Jonah and Amos Unusual Bible Interpretations: Joshua Unusual Bible Interpretations: Judges Unusual Bible Interpretations: Ruth, Esther, Judith What We Do Not Know About God and People in the Bible Who Really Was the Biblical David? Who Really Was the Biblical Elijah? Who Was the Prophet Elisha? Who was the Biblical Prophet Samuel