The Future of Jewish Theology
Author | : Steven Kepnes |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 252 |
Release | : 2012-10-25 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781118320952 |
ISBN-13 | : 1118320956 |
Rating | : 4/5 (956 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Future of Jewish Theology written by Steven Kepnes and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-10-25 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This engaging argument for the future of Jewish theology, written by a renowned Jewish scholar, provides a rounded introduction to the faith, its history, and its place in the modern world. Explores foundational Jewish structures and concepts through the discussion and interpretation of Jewish texts Argues that we must acknowledge holiness as a ritual and ethical reality in order to heal the rift between different forms of Jewish practice and theology Covers historical context as well as the relations between Judaism, Israel and the wider world today Speaks to both Jews and non-Jews and demonstrates through textual readings how Jews, Christians, and Muslims can understand and share their theological riches