Studying Judaism by Melanie J Wright
A study guide for the fledgling student of Judaism, covering critical issues and methodology. It covers the major areas of study, including historical foundations, scripture, worship, society, thought and ethics. It is a suitable study aid for those approaching Judaism for the first time.
‘Melanie Wright bequeaths the reader an insightful and valuable introduction to the study of JudaismHer lifetime's devotion to Jewish studies, especially to Jewish culture, makes this book essential for anyone interested in the varieties of Judaism.' -- Edward Kessler MBE, Founder and Director, Woolf Institute
'Melanie Wright has accomplished an almost impossible task, in compiling an account of Judaism that is comprehensive, readable, fresh and innovative. She writes as a sympathetic outsider, deeply sensitive to different (sometimes conflicting) currents, and to ever-changing concerns. Above all, her reflections on how Judaism - indeed, any religion - ought to be studied merit serious attention.' -- Nicholas de Lange, Professor Emeritus of Hebrew and Jewish Studies, University of Cambridge, UK.
'Melanie Wright has accomplished an almost impossible task, in compiling an account of Judaism that is comprehensive, readable, fresh and innovative. She writes as a sympathetic outsider, deeply sensitive to different (sometimes conflicting) currents, and to ever-changing concerns. Above all, her reflections on how Judaism - indeed, any religion - ought to be studied merit serious attention.' -- Nicholas de Lange, Professor Emeritus of Hebrew and Jewish Studies, University of Cambridge, UK.
Melanie J. Wright is Academic Director of the Centre for the Study of Jewish-Christian Relations, Affiliated Lecturer in the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Divinity and a Fellow of Girton College. Her pervious publications include Understanding Judaism (Orchard Academic) and Religion and Film: An Introduction (I. B. Tauris), UK.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780826497185 |
| ISBN 10 | 0826497187 |
| Titre | Studying Judaism |
| Auteur | Melanie J Wright |
| Série | Studying World Religions |
| État | Non disponible |
| Type de reliure | Hardback |
| Éditeur | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Année de publication | 2012-03-15 |
| Nombre de pages | 248 |
| Note de couverture | La photo du livre est présentée à titre d'illustration uniquement. La reliure, la couverture ou l'édition réelle peuvent varier. |
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