A Short History of Judaism - Softcover

Cohn-Sherbok, Lavinia; Cohn-Sherbok, Dan

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9781851680696: A Short History of Judaism

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ISBN 10: 1851680691 ISBN 13: 9781851680696

Publisher: Oneworld Pubns Ltd, 1995

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This study of the long history of the Jewish people and their faith, traces the story that begins with a Semitic tribe dwelling in the land of Canaan 2000 years before the birth of Christ. It draws a picture of key moments and concepts in Judaism, from the experiences of exile, the Romans destruction of the temple in Jerusalem and the Nazi Holocaust, to the modern challenges of feminism and the split between Orthodox and non-Orthodox Judaism. With its examination of the philosophical and mystical tradition and its balanced discussion of modern trends towards secularism, the development of Zionism and the question of the survival and integrity of the state of Israel, this account is intended for all students of Judaism and inter-religious studies.

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From the Back Cover:

Judaism is a concise and readable survey of the history of the Jewish people from earliest exile to the creation of the State of Israel and the present day. Focusing particularly on the modern period, it provides a valuable introduction to contemporary Jewish beliefs and practices and looks at the ways in which Judaism has adapted, and continues to adapt, to the challenges of the modern world. Written in an accessible and informative style, and assuming little or no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, this book gives a basic introduction to the faith its history, beliefs, and practices. Provides valuable pedagogy, including: timeline; maps; glossary; list of sacred days/festivals; suggested reading; pronunciation guide; index; feature boxes focusing on some aspects of the arts; 11 black and white pictures and artworks. Readers interested in learning more about the world's religions.

About the Author:

Dan Cohn-Sherbok is Professor of Judaism at the University of Wales at Lampeter.

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