Drawing on experience gained from her own marriage of more than 40 years, as well as her strong faith in the healing power of prayer and tradition, Rebbetzin Jungreis outlines some common marital problems and their solution. She offers practical, optimistic advice on how to find a mate by becoming a desirable mate; how spouses can strengthen their marriage by strengthening their own identities; how couples can communicate in a loving, compassionate way even in the midst of hurts and arguments; and how faith can provide a loving foundation for marriage. This book is as much about the religious aspests of marriage as it is about interpersonal communication.
Several caveats bear mentioning. Jungreis believes in the concept of soul mates; indeed, readers that question this concept will have difficulty with this book. Note that Jungeis does not set out to explore other relationships; readers interested in soul mates of other kinds (for example: friends, partnerships in work or business, relationships with family members) will be disappointed. Designed to meet the needs of a particular niche market, this book is not geared to the needs of every person — its message is for married Jewish couples. Individuals who, for whatever personal or political reasons, question the institution of marriage as we currently know it in Western society also will have difficulty with this text. Lastly, Jewish lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender readers would be better served by other texts.
These caveats aside, Jungreis’ book is much more than a book that is concerned with making relationships work better. Filled with practical wisdom, deep feeling and much love, The Committed Marriage may provide a missing piece for married Jewish couples
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