The Encyclopaedia of Judaism, Edition 1 (Vols. I-III)

This work provides an account of Judaism from antiquity to present day. It covers a tradition of nearly 4000 years: the way of life, the history, theology and philosophy, the practice and beliefs of the faithful, all the principle topics required to describe Judaism as a religion.

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The Encyclopaedia of Judaism provides a full and reliable account of Judaism, beginning in ancient Israelite times and extending to our own day. About Judaism, the religion, its diverse history, literature, beliefs past and present, observances and practices, and place in the context of society and culture, this is what we know. All principal topics required for the systematic description of Judaism as a religion the world view, way of life, theory of the social entity constituted by the faithful are addressed here.
The Encyclopaedia of Judaism provides a definitive account of contemporary Judaism and a reliable picture of a tradition of nearly four thousand years. A full and detailed index provides ready-reference for facts, and the systematic articles set forth highly readable accounts of the entire range of Judaic systems of belief and behavior put forth over time and in our own time. It is written for people from all backgrounds, scholars and general readers alike.

Published in Collaboration with Museum of Jewish Heritage, New York by Brill, Leiden and Continuum, New York.