Rethinking Modern Judaism: Ritual, Commandment, Community (Chicago Studies in the History of Judaism)
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Arnold Eisen here calls for a fundamental rethinking of the story of modern Judaism. More than simply a study of Jewish thought on customs and rituals, Rethinking Modern Judaism explores the central role that practice plays in Judaism's encounter with modernity. "Fascinating . . . an insightful entrance point to understanding the evolution of the theologies of America's largest Jewish denominations."--Tikkun "I know of no other treatment of these issues that matches Eisen's talents for synthesizing a wide variety of historical, philosophical, and social scientific sources, and bringing them to bear in a balanced and open-minded way on the delicate questions of why modern Jews relate as they do to the practices of Judaism."--Joseph Reimer, Boston Book Review "At once an incisive survey of modern Jewish thought and an inquiry into how Jews actually live their religious lives, Mr. Eisen's book is an invaluable addition to the study of American Judaism."--Elliott Abrams, Washington Times
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0226195295
ISBN13:9780226195292
Release Date:December 1999
Publisher:University of Chicago Press
Length:347 Pages
Weight:1.14 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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The Best Book You Never Read
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
You should definently read this book. It is one of the best books I have read about Judaism. I am a student at Stanford University, and the author was my professor. He rocks! Chances are, you haven't read this book yet and you aren't going to. Change your mind! It's worth it! This book made me re-evaluate my Judaism and think about where I am going in life.
Recipient of the Koret Jewish Book Award
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This book is the recipient of the Koret Foundation's Jewish Book Award for achievement in Jewish History ($10,000), awarded April 1999.
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