Religion : Judaism

In 48 separately-authored, self-contained articles by an international team of both Christian and Jewish theologians and practitioners, this Companion provides a thorough examination of the place of Christianity in the modern world. more...

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Comparing Religions Through Law presents an innovative and sometimes controversial study of the comparisons and contrasts between the two religions and offers an example of how comparative studies can lead to mutual understanding. more...

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The Jewish Scriptures, known as the Tanakh, comprise three parts—the Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings. This book reveals the Bible according to the Jewish faith— from Adam and Eve and Joseph the Dreamer in the Book of Genesis; to Moses’s receipt of the Ten Commandments in the Book of Deuteronomy; to the Books of Psalms and Proverbs, the Song of Songs, and the stories of Ruth and Esther. • This is a great introduction for both Christians and Jews who are curious about the differences between Hebrew Scripture and the Old Testament. • There is virtually no current book written for a lay audience that covers the information in this volume. • Chapters include a theological overview of each Book of the Tanakh, notes on the author(s) of each Book, a brief history, and discussions of major themes and events more...

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You’re no idiot, of course. You know Judaism predates Christianity and remains one of the world’s most practiced religions. However, the ideals and ethics expressed in such texts as the Talmud and the Kabbalah may not seem as accessible as the stories of the Jews in the Bible, and you’re intimidated at the thought of exploring these ancient texts. Discover their wisdom without learning Hebrew! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Jewish Spirituality and Mysticism will show you exactly where the spiritual side of Judaism originated. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get:. -- The four goals of Jewish mystical thought: to understand ourselves on a deeper level; to understand the universe. on a deeper level; to improve our character; and to understand the mind of God. --Life lessons found in the Biblical stories of Noah, Abraham, and Isaac. --The historical significance of the Exodus story and the role Moses played as a Jewish leader. --Important passages from the Bible and Talmud—fully explained. more...

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You're no idiot, of course. You know that in the Jewish religion Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement and that Saturday, known as the Sabbath, is the day of rest. But when it comes to understanding Jewish traditions, rituals, prayers, and holidays, you feel like you're parting and crossing the Red Sea without God's help. Don't put your life preserver on just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Judaism, written in a warm, conversational style by Rabbi Benjamin Blech, is a fun and easy-to-understand primer to every aspect of this ancient faith. more...

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