New expanded 2nd Edition, by Rabbi Moshe Weiner, Jerusalem
English translation of “Sheva Mitzvot HaShem,” Volumes I and II (in Hebrew).
Editor: Dr. Michael Schulman, Ph.D.
Explains the details of the Noahide Code, as the guide to observing G-d’s Will for mankind, revealed from Mt. Sinai in the Torah of Moses.
Section introductions by Rabbi Moshe Weiner, Rabbi J. Immanuel Schochet; Arthur Goldberg (author of “Light in the Closet”); Joe M. Regenstein, Ph.D. (Department of Food Science, Cornell University); and Michael Schulman, Ph.D.
Basic translation by Rabbi Yosef Schulman.
Published March, 20’11, by Ask Noah International. 672 pages, softcover with stitched binding.
Contents:
Part I. Fundamentals of the Faith (9 chapters)
Part II. The Prohibition of Idolatry (12 chapters)
Part III. The Prohibition of Blasphemy (4 chapters)
Part IV. The Prohibition of Eating Meat that was Separated from a Living Animal (9 chapters)
Part V. The Prohibition of Murder and Injury (9 chapters)
Part VI. The Prohibition of Forbidden Relations (7 chapters)
Part VII-A. The Prohibition of Theft (Part A) (6 chapters)
Did you know that G-d gave all Gentiles a covenant to guide their lives?
The Noahide Code of 7 Divine Commandments was given to Noah and his descendants after the Flood. It was also given as part of the Torah that Moses received from G-d at Mount Sinai, which then became the eternal source that obligates its continuing observance by all mankind. When studied properly, these laws are found to encompass a wealth of ethics and spirituality, which gives meaningful purpose to life.
Noah's Covenant of the Rainbow is a living heritage for all Gentiles. When we fulfill our potential by living within this covenant, the Creation is spiritually elevated to realize its intended goal. This makes the world into a beautiful gem – a place where G-d can dwell!
- BELIEVE IN G-D: Do Not Worship Idols. The essence of life is to acknowledge and believe in the Supreme Being, the Creator of the universe, accepting His commandments with awe and love. He is aware of all our deeds, and His Providence is over all of creation.
- RESPECT AND PRAISE G-D: Do Not Blaspheme His Name. Trust and loyalty are crucial in life. Know that G-d is just, but we can't comprehend our Creator, Who is infinite. A person shouldn’t confuse freedom of speech with the disloyal act of blasphemy.
- RESPECT HUMAN LIFE: Do Not Murder. This law shields us from extreme selfishness or anger that may lie within. Human life (even of the unborn) is sacred and must be guarded.
- RESPECT THE FAMILY: Do Not Commit Forbidden Sexual Acts. Wholesome families are a basis of healthy communities, nations and societies. Forbidden acts such as homosexuality and incest lead to spiritual decay.
- RESPECT THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS: Do Not Steal. Income and property are granted by G-d, so we should seek to acquire these honestly, and not by theft or deception.
- ESTABLISH A JUDICIAL SYSTEM: A system of righteous courts and honest officials creates a society that is worthy of G-d's blessings.
- RESPECT ALL CREATURES: Do Not Eat Meat Taken From a Living Animal. Humans are given dominion over the whole world, but we are also its caretakers. We should care about animals and not be cruel to them. This law prohibits eating meat that was taken from an animal while its heart was still beating.
Gentiles who truly live by and fulfill the Torah’s 7 Laws of Noah are granted a reward forever.