by Rabbi Zalman M. Schachter-Shalomi with Donald GropmanA contemporary roadmap for rediscovering the life-giving treasures of the Jewish tradition.In First Steps to a New Jewish Spirit, Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, the inspiration of the Jewish Renewal movement, journeys deep into the rich but hidden tradition of meditation, contemplation, and the spiritual search in Judaism for fresh and contemporary rituals to inspire spiritual growth.Emphasizing practice rather than theory, compassion rather than authority, Reb Zalman will show you how the Jewish traditionís power to transform your life is available now, and will give you the practical steps to begin reaping its benefits.