Gefen Publishing House, a boutique Israeli publisher in Jerusalem, has published Rabbi Gershon Schusterman’sSchusterman’s influential book. As a pulpit rabbi, he knew all the textbook answers when comforting bereaved community members who asked him, “Where is God? If God is loving, how could this happen?” However, when the rabbi’s wife died suddenly, he found himself grappling with these universal questions.

At thirty-eight, he found himself widowed with eleven children to raise. During this painful time, he sought answers to these timeless questions, which led him to a deeper exploration of Judaism’s teachings about how to cope with and transcend tragedy. Judaism’s teachings have provided comfort and understanding to millions throughout the generations.

Why God Why? was written for anyone who has also endured devastating loss. Rabbi Schusterman’s wise and sensitive guide will help you work through grief without becoming stuck. It will lead you toward a hopeful future because life is meant to be lived.

As you read his book, you will develop a deeper personal relationship with God, opening a channel for challenging communication and comforting resolution.

This is a book for all times and for people of all faiths, or even those who do not follow any faith. It is a book about the journey from darkness to light, a journey towards God, and ultimately, a journey towards hope.

About the author

Rabbi Gershon Schusterman was born in Paris, France, and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Educated in the United Lubavitch school system, Schusterman served as director of a thriving Jewish Day School in Long Beach, California, for many years and directed activities of six Chabad-Lubavitch branches in Southern California. Why, God, Why? is the author’s first book.

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• Author Rabbi Gershon Schusterman