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Introducing Judaism
Eliezer Segal
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Description for Introducing Judaism
Paperback. Focuses on religious aspects of Judaism. This book helps students gain an understanding of how Judaism is lived by its adherents and the historical and geographical diversity of Jewish beliefs and practices. It presents the historical context of Judaism, from the Biblical era, through the Medieval period and on to modern Judaism. Series: World Religions. Num Pages: 360 pages, 21 black & white halftones, 2 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: HRJ. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 176 x 20. Weight in Grams: 648.
Introducing Judaism is the ideal starting point for students beginning their studies of this fascinating religion. Eliezer Segal takes a historical approach, focusing on religious aspects of Judaism, and introducing themes as they emerge from authentic Jewish documents. Students will gain an understanding of how Judaism is lived by its adherents and the historical and geographical diversity of Jewish beliefs and practices. The book has a clear and accessible structure. Part One presents the historical context of Judaism, from the Biblical era, through the Medieval period and on to modern Judaism. Part Two surveys ... Read more
Introducing Judaism is the ideal starting point for students beginning their studies of this fascinating religion. Eliezer Segal takes a historical approach, focusing on religious aspects of Judaism, and introducing themes as they emerge from authentic Jewish documents. Students will gain an understanding of how Judaism is lived by its adherents and the historical and geographical diversity of Jewish beliefs and practices. The book has a clear and accessible structure. Part One presents the historical context of Judaism, from the Biblical era, through the Medieval period and on to modern Judaism. Part Two surveys ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
360
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Series
World Religions
Condition
New
Weight
637g
Number of Pages
346
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415440097
SKU
V9780415440097
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-3
About Eliezer Segal
Eliezer Segal is Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Calgary.
Reviews for Introducing Judaism
'Eliezer Segal has done an extremely impressive job of providing a broad introduction to Judaism within the scope of a single volume. Segal knows his subject matter thoroughly and writes with authority. What is more, Segal writes engagingly and in an accessible fashion. This book will surely be welcomed warmly by readers from a variety of backgrounds, both Jewish and ... Read more