Steven Leonard Jacobs
A Short History of Judaism and the Jewish People
A Short History of Judaism and the Jewish People
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Steven Leonard Jacobs critically examines the history of Judaism and the Jewish people, drawing from maps, photographs, and archives to illuminate the history of one of the world's oldest religions. He explores the historiography of the Jewish people, the role of memory in charting history, and the social structures and institutions of ancient Israel. He also incorporates key themes such as civic life, economics, and art and analyses the interactions of Judaism with Romanism and Hellenism. The book brings the narrative up to the present day and uncovers the foundations of Judaism in modernity.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 14 December 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Judaism and the Jewish people have a rich and complex history that spans thousands of years. In his latest book, Steven Leonard Jacobs critically examines this history, drawing from maps, photographs, and archives to provide a comprehensive overview. The book begins by defining Judaism and exploring the historiography of the Jewish people, including the role of memory in shaping history. Jacobs then divides the history of Judaism into defined eras, taking readers from the beginnings of Judaism to the split between Judah in the South and Israel in the North, the united Monarchy, and the Age of the Prophets. Throughout the book, Jacobs incorporates key themes such as civic life, economics, and art, and analyses the interactions of Judaism with Romanism and Hellenism. He also explores the social structures and institutions of ancient Israel, including the role of the Temple in Jerusalem. Moving through the Middle Ages and Pre-Modernity, Jacobs uncovers the foundations of Judaism in modernity and brings the narrative up to the present day. His authoritative yet engaging prose shines through each of the thirteen chapters, which seamlessly intertwine to produce a thorough yet concise examination of the history of Judaism and Jewish peoples.
Weight: 320g
Dimension: 138 x 215 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350236462
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