With a Mighty Hand retells the stories in the Bible illustrated with expressive, richly colored paintings by Daniel Nevins. The author communicates through the retelling both the importance of their transmission and their relevance to contemporary times. In the introduction, she writes, “We are the children of our ancestors, carrying the weight and meaning of history.”
Each Parasha is described clearly and concisely making the Torah and ancient Jewish history more understandable to the young reader. The essence of each of the Torah personalities is eloquently presented and clearly communicated, resulting in a greater understanding of Jewish heritage.
An author’s introduction, a genealogy, a map, endnotes, a bibliography, and a note by the artist are appended.
Recommended for ages 6 – 13.
Nathan Weissler is a 2021 college graduate from Maryland, and has been reviewing for Jewish Book Council for over ten years.
