Judaism: The Basics
Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Judaism, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science
| Author: | Jacob Neusner | ISBN: | 9781134144099 |
| Publisher: | Taylor and Francis | Publication: | November 22, 2006 |
| Imprint: | Routledge | Language: | English |
| Author: | Jacob Neusner |
| ISBN: | 9781134144099 |
| Publisher: | Taylor and Francis |
| Publication: | November 22, 2006 |
| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Language: | English |
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.
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.
