Judaism : a very short introduction
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Judaism : a very short introduction
（Very short introductions, 11）
Oxford University Press, 2000, c1996
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 137-140) and index
"First published as an Oxford University Press paperback 1996. Reissued 2000"--T.p. verso
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Norman Solomon's succinct book is an ideal introduction to Judaism as a religion and way of life. In addition to answering questions such as Who are Jews? and How did Judaism Develop?, this Very Short Introduction outlines the basics of practical Judaism-its festivals, prayers, customs, and various sects. Modern concerns and debates of the Jewish people are also addressed, such as the impact of the Holocaust, the establishment of the State of Israel, the status of women, and medical and commercial ethics. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Table of Contents
- INTRODUCTION
- 1. WHO ARE THE JEWS? 2. HOW DID JUDAISM AND CHRISTIANITY SPLIT UP? 3. HOW DID JUDAISM DEVELOP? 4. THE CALENDAR AND FESTIVALS
- 5. THE SPIRITUAL LIFEDSPRAYER, MEDITATION, TORAH
- 6. MAKING A JEWISH HOME
- 7. OUT OF THE GHETTO, INTO THE WHIRLWIND
- 8. TWENTIETH-CENTURY JUDAISM
- 9. 'ETERNAL LAW', CHANGING TIMES
- APPENDIX A: THE THIRTEEN PRINCIPLES OF FAITH, AS FORMULATED BY MAIMONIDES
- APPENDIX B: THE 'PHILADELPHIA PLATFORM' OF REFORM JUDAISM
- SUGGESTIONS FOR FURTHER READING
- INDEX
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