Judaism

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Often called the religion of reason, Judaism is abundant with beautiful traditions, ancient customs & scholarly Biblical interpretation. Revered Wisdom: Judaism is the perfect introduction to the period that in many ways was the most complex & confusing in Israels history. The centuries following the Fall of Jerusalem to the death of Herod the Great constitute a reflective & retrospective age, whose writings & teachings reveal the soul of the Jewish faith. The first section contains an expertly revised version of Charles Foster Kents The Makers & Teachers of Judaism. Dr. Kent offers a historical interpretation of the critical period in which Judaism was born & attained its full development. The second section features selections from Gustav Karpeless Jewish Literature & Other Essays & provides insightful commentary on subjects such as the Talmud, women in Jewish literature & traditional synagogue music. Through this insightful series you will explore the wisdom of the ages.