Judaism The Basics

Judaism The Basics

by JacobNeusner (Author)

Synopsis

The oldest of the world's major faiths, Judaism as practiced today represents a tradition that goes back nearly 6,000 years. Accessible and wide-ranging, Judaism: The Basics is a must-have resource covering the stories, beliefs and expressions of that tradition. Key topics covered include: * the Torah * Israel - the state and its people * Passover * Reform Judaism, Orthodox Judaism and Zionism * the impact of the Holocaust. With a glossary of terms and extensive suggestions for further reading, Judaism: The Basics is an essential guide through the rich intricacies of the Jewish faith and people.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 216
Edition: 1
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 28 Jul 2006

ISBN 10: 0415401763
ISBN 13: 9780415401760

Author Bio
Jacob Neusner was the Research Professor of Theology at Bard College and Senior Fellow of the Institute of Advanced Theology at Bard. He was also a Member of the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton NJ, and a Life Member of Clare Hall, Cambridge University, in England. He published more than 900 books and unnumbered articles and was the most published humanities scholar in the world.