Judaism (The Elements of...) - Softcover

Lancaster, Brian

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9781852304027: Judaism (The Elements of...)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1852304022 ISBN 13: 9781852304027

Publisher: Element, 1997

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A concise introduction to this many-layered spiritual tradition, now adapting to the modern world. The author draws upon his experience of psychology as well as his own practice of Judaism, and explains the spiritual, psychological, historical and practical aspects of the faith. He addresses key issues, helping the reader to understand the message contained in nearly 400 years of Jewish experience. He unveils the meaning of the scriptures and explains the mythical aspects of Judaism, and by tackling contemporary topics such as the role of the feminine in Jewish tradition, explores the relevance and importance of Judaism today.

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"An admirable introduction to what Jews do, what concerns them, and how these acts and concerns arose and evolved."

(Graham Harvey - Reader in Religious Studies, The Open University)

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Written with clarity and authority by an expert in the field, this new encyclopedia offers an in-depth study of all facets of this rich tradition. Combining breadth with a readable yet concise style, the author has produced a comprehensive volume that is balanced and accessible. It features a complete historical survey of Judaism, and covers figures from Cain to Chagall, topics from fasting to euthanasia, and locations from the Garden of Eden to the Wailing Wall. Dan Cohn-Sherbok's Concise Encyclopedia of Judaism is a lucid and invaluable addition to the library of students and anyone interested in the Jewish faith past and present.

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