Originally published in 1989, this comprehensive survey of Judaism
has become a popular text in universities, religious colleges and
seminaries, and adult education classes. Now, its author, Stephen
Wylen, performs a genuine service by updating his critically
acclaimed text for the 21st century. Settings of Silver, Second
Edition, reflects the changes in the political structure of Eastern
Europe and other recent events, while retaining its accessibility,
easy-to-understand language, and compactness. In four sections, the
author covers the history of Judaism. Section One includes basic
beliefs, what it means to be a Jew, the role of Torah, and the
Jewish view of God. Section Two covers faith, practices and
customs, including holydays, marriage and family law and ritual,
dietary laws, and beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife.
Section Three is a history of Judaism, from its foundations to the
early part of the 20th century, with a look to mysticism,
literature, philosophy and daily life in the Jewish community. In
Section Four the author continues the history of Judaism up to the
present day, including the Holocaust, the State of Israel, the
effects of modernism on Judaism, and the future of Judaism.
Engaging, timely, and appropriate for persons of all religious
backgrounds, this enduring work belongs in the library of anyone
(Jews included) who wants to understand Judaism and the Jewish
people.
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