The Duties Of The Heart (1909)

The Duties Of The Heart is a religious text written by Rabbi Bachye ben Joseph ibn Paquda in the 11th century. The book is a philosophical and ethical treatise that explores the duties and obligations of the heart, or inner self, in Judaism. The text is divided into ten sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the heart's duties, including faith, humility, love, and gratitude. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, with many examples and stories to illustrate the author's points. The Duties Of The Heart has been widely read and studied throughout the centuries and is considered a classic of Jewish literature. This 1909 edition includes an introduction by the translator, Edwin Collins, and a preface by the Jewish scholar, Solomon Schechter.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.