The Elements of Judaism

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1852304022 ISBN 13: 9781852304027

Publisher: Element Books Ltd, 1993

Lancaster takes a penetrating look at this profound and diverse, 4,000-year-old spiritual tradition--from its history and development to its presence around the world in many ethnic environments to the Torah and the Kabbalah, its mystical aspect, and the role of the feminine in Judaism today. Bibliography.

From the Back Cover:

Judaism is a concise and readable survey of the history of the Jewish people from earliest exile to the creation of the State of Israel and the present day. Focusing particularly on the modern period, it provides a valuable introduction to contemporary Jewish beliefs and practices and looks at the ways in which Judaism has adapted, and continues to adapt, to the challenges of the modern world. Written in an accessible and informative style, and assuming little or no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, this book gives a basic introduction to the faith—its history, beliefs, and practices. Provides valuable pedagogy, including: timeline; maps; glossary; list of sacred days/festivals; suggested reading; pronunciation guide; index; feature boxes focusing on some aspects of the arts; 11 black and white pictures and artworks. Readers interested in learning more about the world's religions.

About the Author:

Dan Cohn-Sherbok is Professor of Judaism at the University of Wales at Lampeter.