"In this unique book you will encounter not only the sage Mysticat but also the creativity, erudition and mischievous humor of theologian, Rachel Adler. Through a close reading of her feline housemate's behavior, Adler connects us effortlessly to Jewish mysticism, rabbinic thought and a thousand bits of cherished tradition."

–Blu Greenberg, activist, writer, and founding president of the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance (JOFA), is the author of On Women and Judaism: A View from Tradition.
 
 

"Ever wonder what would happen if one of the fiercest feminist Jewish theological minds trained itself on understanding the mystical teachings of the soul of a tzaddik which had manifested itself in this world in her cat? Wonder no more. This piquant, entertaining, yet soulful and spiritual book is the result of that encounter. A book to be savored, like fine chocolate, or catnip."

–Rabbi Dr. Aryeh Cohen, Professor of Rabbinic Literature, Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies, American Jewish University and author of Justice in the City: An Argument from the Sources of Rabbinic Judaism.
 
 

"A delightful, first-person account of life with a great sage and mystical master. The Mysticat has deep Torah wisdom to impart, but only a fine mind like Rabbi Rachel Adler could interpret these arcane yet essential teachings for the rest of us."

–Rabbi Rachel Timoner, Senior Rabbi at Congregation Beth Elohim in Brooklyn and author of Breath of Life: God as Spirit in Judaism.
 

"The breezy and beautiful writing is filled with deep understandings of humanity, Judaism, and life–from one of the greatest Jewish teachers of our time."

–Dr. Elana Sztokman, Jewish feminist researcher, activist, author, and two-time winner of the National Jewish Book award.
 

"Adler's Tales of the Holy Mysticat is an invaluable and tremendous contribution to Jewish thought. What at first may appear to be casual humor quickly reveals itself as profound wisdom teaching from one of the great rabbis of our time. Through beautiful, witty and precise language, Rabbi Adler instructs readers on many of Judaism's spiritual depths. Tales of the Holy Mysticat is a treasure that belongs on the bookshelf next to the great modern Jewish thinkers."

–Rabbi Jason Rodich, Rabbi at Congregation Emanu-El in San Francisco
 

"For those as curious as a cat (though you don't need to be a cat lover), this charming quirky book is destined to become a classic, cherished by those just beginning their Jewish journey to those who have been engaged in Jewish study their whole lives. It is an opportunity to explore Judaism with one of the most important Jewish teachers of our time (and her very special cat)."

–Rabbi Laura Geller, Rabbi Emerita of Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills and co-author of Getting Good at Getting Older, a National Jewish Book Award finalist.
 

"It is both an honor and a pleasure to sing the praises of Tales of The Mysticat, and the witty wisdom of my friend and teacher, Rachel Adler! Her writings of The Mysticat delighted me from the moment she started posting them online."

–Rabbi Dr. Bradley Shavit Artson, Roslyn and Abner Goldstine Dean’s Chair and Professor of Philosophy, Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies, American Jewish University
 

"An intriguing book. Rachel Adler is always surprising me, in great ways, even when I don't completely understand all the mysticism."

–Rabbi Naamah Kelman, Dean of the Hebrew Union College in Jerusalem and the first woman ordained in Israel.
 

"The sweet story of The Mysticat is much more than a book for Jewish cat lovers. I look forward to recommending it to my Introduction to Judaism students as an accessible gateway to the vocabulary and concepts of Jewish mysticism."

–Rabbi Ruth Adar, Coffee Shop Rabbi and President of East Bay Council of Rabbis
 

"In this new creative and inspiring work, Rabbi Dr. Rachel Adler's scholarship and character once again moves us to go deeper and reach further!"

–Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz, President and Dean of Valley Beit Midrash
 

"A jewel of a book! Not since Eve and the Serpent has there been a connection more beguiling than the one rendered here in word and picture between Rachel Adler and her Mysticat."

–Rabbi Dr. Lisa Edwards, Rabbi Emerita of Congregation Beth Chayim Chadashim in Los Angeles
 

"The sweet story of The Mysticat is much more than a book for Jewish cat lovers. I look forward to recommending it to my Introduction to Judaism students as an accessible gateway to the vocabulary and concepts of Jewish mysticism."

–Rabbi Ruth Adar, Coffee Shop Rabbi and President of East Bay Council of Rabbis
 

"Any reader will be taken in by The Mysticat and his brilliant yet humble gabbait, Rabbi Dr. Rachel Adler. Throughout the book, just when you settle in to enjoy some light whimsey, Adler strikes again with a profoundly insightful truth about the human (feline?) condition. Even avowed dog-lovers will relish this book!"

–Rabbi Mari Chernow, Senior Rabbi at Temple Chai in Phoenix