A concise companion to the Jewish religion /
Jacobs, Louis.
Oxford : Oxford University Press,
1999.
"This highly readable guide to Judaism contains a wealth of information on every aspect of Jewish belief and practice, both ancient and modern. From Maimonides to Methuselah, Kabbalah to Kibbutz, Louis Jacobs provides an invaluable source of information for anyone wanting to learn more about the rich and diverse heritage of the Jewish religion." "Entries range from personalities in the Bible to present-day Jewish thinkers and writers; and it includes customs, traditions, and Jewish ideas on subjects as diverse as dance, vegetarianism, and eternity."--Jacket.
Includes bibliographical references (page 324).
"This highly readable guide to Judaism contains a wealth of information on every aspect of Jewish belief and practice, both ancient and modern. From Maimonides to Methuselah, Kabbalah to Kibbutz, Louis Jacobs provides an invaluable source of information for anyone wanting to learn more about the rich and diverse heritage of the Jewish religion." "Entries range from personalities in the Bible to present-day Jewish thinkers and writers; and it includes customs, traditions, and Jewish ideas on subjects as diverse as dance, vegetarianism, and eternity."--Jacket.
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