This Companion explores the history, doctrines, divisions, and contemporary condition of Judaism.
Surveys those issues most relevant to Judaic life today: ethics, feminism, politics, and constructive theology
Explores the definition of Judaism and its formative history
Makes sense of the diverse data of an ancient and enduring faith
About the Author
Jacob Neusner is Distinguished Research Professor of Religious Studies at the University of South Florida and Professor of Religion at Bard College. He has seven honorary degrees, fourteen academic medals and has published more than 800 books.
Alan J. Avery-Peck is Kraft-Hiatt Professor in Judaic Studies at The College of the Holy Cross. His has published widely and is editor of the journal The Annual of Rabbinic Judaism: Ancient, Medieval and Modern.
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Surveys those issues most relevant to Judaic life today: ethics, feminism, politics, and constructive theology.
Explores the definition of Judaism and its formative history.
Makes sense of the diverse data of an ancient and enduring faith.
