“Countless generations of students and general readers have been intrigued by this deeply human book, which half reveals and half conceals the fascinating yet enigmatic personality of its author.”

"Koheleth - the Man and his World" (1955), preface, p. vii

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American rabbi and theologian 1908–1992

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