In this thoroughly revised new edition, Nicholas de Lange examines the basic elements of Judaism, both as a religion and a way of life. Assuming no prior knowledge, the book opens with an account of the Jewish people and the main lines of its history. The following eight chapters are structured around this historical framework and focus on the different strands that make up the fabric of Judaism. The Torah and tradition, worship, the Bible, law, ethics, mysticism, theology and eschatology are all discussed, with a final chapter exploring the problems facing Judaism today, helping to illustrate that Judaism is a living and important religion.
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Professor Nicholas de Lange is the Professor of Hebrew & Jewish Studies at Cambridge University. His publications include Atlas of the Jewish World and An Introduction to Judaism, and is editor of An Illustrated History of the Jewish People.
'Nicholas de Lange expounds Jewish life from the inside in his book Judaism ... with great elegance' The Jewish Quarterly
`Excellent!...only an author with a detailed knowledge of Christian theology could set out Judaism for a non-Jewish readership in such a lucid way.' Dr F.W. Golka, Dept of Theology, University of Exeter
`Brilliant, concise guide to Judaism..Lucid and attractivley written - an ideal introduction.' Dr J. Barton, Theology Faculty, University of Oxford
`I would strongly recommend it as an introduction to the subject.' N. Solomon, Dept. of Theology, University of Birmingham.'
'This is one of the finest introductions to Judaism to appear in recent years: clear, concise, and balanced in its approach. It is highly informative and at the same time conveys the notion of what it is like to be Jewish in language which is accessible.' C. T. R. Hayward, University of
Durham.
'The strength of this book lies in de Lange's presentation of his complex subject in an easily readable and comprehensible manner.'
Journal of Semitic Studies
`Brilliant, concise guide to Judaism..Lucid and attractivley written - an ideal introduction.' Professor John Barton, University of Oxford
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