The Blackwell Dictionary of Judaica
Author: Dan Cohn-Sherbok
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 1992-01
Total Pages: 597
ISBN-13: 9780631166153
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Dan Cohn-Sherbok
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 1992-01
Total Pages: 597
ISBN-13: 9780631166153
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Dan Cohn-Sherbok
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Published: 1991
Total Pages: 850
ISBN-13: 9780631166153
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Dan Cohn-Sherbok
Publisher: A&C Black
Published: 2010-01-07
Total Pages: 383
ISBN-13: 1441197842
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →From Abraham to Saul Bellow, from Moses Maimonides to Woody Allen, from the Baal Shem Tov to Albert Einstein, this comprehensive dictionary of Jewish biographies provides a first point of entry into the fascinating richness of the Jewish heritage. Modelled on the highly acclaimed Dictionary of Christian Biography (Continuum 2001) and with the advice of leading Jewish scholars, the Dictionary of Jewish Biography provides a rapid reference to those Jewish men and women who have, over the last four thousand years, contributed to the life of the Jewish people and the history of the Jewish religion. This dictionary will prove essential for general readers interested in the evolution of Judaism from ancient times to the present day, a perfect study aid for students and teachers. Designed as an accessible reference tool, this volume is an indispensable guide for anyone interested in the history of the Jewish people - the uninitiated will become initiated; the curious will become informed; the informed will now have a handy reference tool.
Author: Sol Steinmetz
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 234
ISBN-13: 9780742543874
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Dictionary of Jewish Usage: A Guide to the Use of Jewish Terms is a unique and much needed guide to the way many Hebrew, Yiddish, and Aramaic words and meanings are used by English speakers. Sol Steinmetz draws upon his years of dictionary editorial experience, as well as his lifelong study of Jewish history, traditions, and practices, to guide the reader through the essentially uncharted territory of Jewish usage. Dictionary of Jewish Usage clarifies the meanings of Jewish terms that have been absorbed into English, as well as the transliterated Hebrew terms from sacred texts that reflect differing pronunciations. The Dictionary also explains terms that are often misused, sheds light on the meaning of clusters of terminology, and delineates the etymology and pronunciation of many words, making this Dictionary an invaluable guide for anyone curious about Jewish usage.
Author: Joyce Eisenberg
Publisher: Jewish Publication Society
Published: 2010-01-01
Total Pages: 234
ISBN-13: 0827609965
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Organized in an A to Z format for easy reference, The JPS Dictionary of Jewish Words contains 1,200 entries derived from Yiddish, Hebrew, Aramaic, and English. The entries include words for and associated with Jewish holidays and life-cycle events, culture, history, the Bible and other sacred texts, worship, and more. Each entry has a pronunciation guide and is cross-referenced to other related terms. The introduction is an excellent primer on the history of Jewish words, their transliteration, and pronunciation. The indexes at the back, arranged by categories, help readers easily find the words they want, even when they don't know the exact spelling. This handy and very accessible dictionary is an excellent resource not just for Jews, but for anyone who wants to check the meaning, spelling, and/or pronunciation of Jewish words.
Author: Geoffrey Wigoder
Publisher: New York : L. Amiel
Published: 1974
Total Pages: 673
ISBN-13: 9780814805985
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Ronald L. Eisenberg
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publications
Published: 2011-12-01
Total Pages: 493
ISBN-13: 1589797299
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The vocabulary of Judaism includes religious terms, customs, Hebrew, Aramaic and Yiddish terms, terms related to American Jewish life and the State of Israel. All are represented in this new guide, with easy to read explanation and cross-references.
Author: Dr. Andrea C. Paterson
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Published: 2009-05-21
Total Pages: 218
ISBN-13: 1452030499
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This book is a synopsis of three monotheistic faiths Judaism, Christianity, and Islam their common areas and their differences. The authors desire? To show why she believes and to also prove that, of the three main faiths existing in the world today, Christianity (a true and right personal relationship with Christ) is the only vehicle to God. It is only through Jesus Christ, Gods Son, that we find our way to Him. (John 14:6).
Author: William Outhwaite
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2008-04-15
Total Pages: 858
ISBN-13: 0470999012
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Modern social thought ranges widely from the social sciences to philosophy, political theories and doctrines, cultural ideas and movements, and the influence of the natural sciences. Provides an authoritative overview of the main themes of social thought. Long essays and entries give full coverage to each topic. Covers major currents of thought, philosophical and cultural trends, and the individual social sciences from anthropology to welfare economics. New edition updates about 200 entries and includes new entries, suggestions for further reading, and a bibliography of all sources cited within the text.
Author: Dan Cohn-Sherbok
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2003-09-02
Total Pages: 612
ISBN-13: 1134561857
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Written by an experienced university teacher, who is also a scholar and rabbi, this extensive textbook presents an unrivalled guide to the history, belief and practice of Judaism. Beginning with the ancient Near-Eastern background, it covers early Israelite history, the emergence of classical rabbinic literature and the rise of medieval Judaism in Islamic and Christian lands. It also explores the early modern period and the development of Jewry throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Extracts from primary sources are used to enliven the narrative and provide concrete examples of Jewish civilization. Judaism: introduces texts and commentaries, including the Hebrew Bible, rabbinic texts, mystical literature, Jewish philosophy and Jewish theology provides the skills necessary to understand these step-by-step explains how to interpret the major events in nearly 4,000 years of Jewish history supports study with discussion questions on the central historical and religious issues, includes key reading for each chapter and an extensive bibliography illustrates the development of Judaism, its concepts and observances, with nearly 200 maps and photographs. A companion website links each chapter to other online resources, and gives guidance on activities and support for teachers.