Kehot Releases Illustrated ‘Eishet Chayil: Woman of Valor’

Kehot Publication Society is happy to announce the release of Eishet Chayil: Woman of Valor, a richly illustrated and deeply researched exploration of twenty-four extraordinary Jewish women throughout history, authored by Rabbi Yosef Marcus and adorned with original artwork by Israeli artist Lia Baratz.

Elegantly produced in a beautiful hardcover edition with a striking slipcase, this book is packed with Jewish history and wisdom — the perfect gift for every Jewish woman and a timeless addition to every Jewish home.

At every pivotal moment in Jewish history, the Eishet Chayil, the Woman of Valor, has stood as the guiding force, shepherding her people through challenges and triumphs alike. Based on King Solomon’s timeless poem Eishet Chayil, this new work brings to life the stories of heroines like Sarah, Queen Esther, Miriam, Michal, Bruriah, and many lesser-known figures whose courage and wisdom shaped the destiny of the Jewish people.

Rabbi Marcus draws on thousands of years of Jewish scholarship — with a special emphasis on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe — to illuminate the poem’s many layers of meaning. The result is a book that serves both as an accessible introduction for a Bat Mitzvah girl and as a treasure trove of new insights for the seasoned Torah scholar, including numerous teachings presented in English for the first time.

“We are thrilled to bring this tribute to the Jewish Woman of Valor to readers of all ages,” said Rabbi Yosef B. Friedman of the Kehot Publication Society. “This book exquisitely captures the strength, wisdom, and enduring spirit of the women who have shaped our people across generations.”

The book was graciously dedicated by Howard & Claire Glowinsky, and Bobby & Fran Lent. Their largesse is a reflection of their deep commitment to the Jewish people and to Jewish scholarship and knowledge.

Eishet Chayil: Woman of Valor is available now in hardcover (8½” x 11″, 296 pages, ISBN 978-0-8266-0763-8) with a deluxe slipcase at EishetChayil.com.