Publication
Imprint: Oxford : Oneworld, 2010. Context: Originally published by Oneworld as Judaism: a short introduction, 1997. Series: Oneworld Beginners' Guides. Responsibility: Lavinia and Dan Cohn-Sherbok. OCLC Number: 632087394. Physical: Text : 1 volume : 192 pages ; 20 cm. Features: Includes glossary, index, suggested reading.
Call number
History / Cohn-S
ISBN
9781851687480
Collections
CSS Library Notes
Description: The oldest of the monotheistic religions, Judaism has played a central role in shaping world culture. Its texts and traditions have inspired other world faiths, and its principles have had a profound influence on ethics and law all over the globe. With a history dating back over 3,000 years, this ancient religion's customs have undergone many changes over the centuries, and today it is practiced and experienced in a wide variety of ways.
Examining the faith as a religion, philosophy, and lifestyle, this authoritative introduction asks what it means to be Jewish today. From the nature of God to worship and everyday life, Dan and Lavinia Cohn-Sherbok address the topics essential to an informed understanding of the beliefs, values, and enduring traditions of this highly influential religion. -- from back cover
Table of Contents: Cover; Title page; Copyright page; Contents; Introduction; 1 The nature of God; 2 The covenant; 3 Divisions within Judaism; 4 The State of Israel; 5 The future hope; 6 Judaism and other religions; 7 Worship; 8 Festivals; 9 Fasts; 10 Childhood and youth; 11 Maturity; 12 The Jewish home and everyday living; 13 Death and mourning; Afterword; Notes; Glossary; Further reading; Index.
FY2018 /
Examining the faith as a religion, philosophy, and lifestyle, this authoritative introduction asks what it means to be Jewish today. From the nature of God to worship and everyday life, Dan and Lavinia Cohn-Sherbok address the topics essential to an informed understanding of the beliefs, values, and enduring traditions of this highly influential religion. -- from back cover
Table of Contents: Cover; Title page; Copyright page; Contents; Introduction; 1 The nature of God; 2 The covenant; 3 Divisions within Judaism; 4 The State of Israel; 5 The future hope; 6 Judaism and other religions; 7 Worship; 8 Festivals; 9 Fasts; 10 Childhood and youth; 11 Maturity; 12 The Jewish home and everyday living; 13 Death and mourning; Afterword; Notes; Glossary; Further reading; Index.
FY2018 /
Physical description
192 p.; 20 cm
Description
This text explains the Jewish tradition as it is practised today. It provides an account of all aspects of the faith, from worship and festivals, through childhood, every day life and death, to the state of Israel and the relationship between Judaism and other religions.
Language
Original language
English