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The Election of Israel
by David Novak  Synopsis This controversial investigation of the doctrine of Israel's election casts new light on Jewish modernity....
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Like Angels on Jacob's Ladder: Abraham Abulafia, the Franciscans, and Joachimism
by Harvey J. Hames Publisher Comments Explores the career of Abraham Abulafia, thirteenth-century founder of the school of ecstatic Kabbalah....
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Geography of Hope: Exile, the Enlightenment, Disassimilation (Stanford Studies in Jewish History & Culture)
by Pierre Birnbaum Publisher Comments In "Geography of Hope," French sociologist and historian Pierre Birnbaum examines the work of the some of the prominent Jewish social scientists of the past two centuries in order to analyze their range of responses to the tensions between the...
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The Legends of the Jews Volume 4
by Louis Ginzberg Publisher Comments The battle took place on a Friday. Joshua knew it would pain the people deeply to be compelled to desecrate the holy Sabbath day. Besides, he noticed that the heathen were using sorcery to make the heavenly hosts intercede for them in the fight against...
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The Invisible Voice: Meditations on Jewish Themes
by George Konrad Publisher Comments Written over the last two decades, the essays in this collection speak to what it means to be Jewish-historically, theologically, ideologically, philosophically-within the context of the Holocaust and the disintegration of Communism. George Konrad, a...
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Lectures on the History of the Jewish Church
by Arthur Penrhyn Stanley Publisher Comments The sketches of other Serninole chieh, and In thc general 1ndi n history, some nccount of this singular trih of our aborifies I has been given. F I II CC O hi s S to ry po ssess es pe e culia r intereat, becnufie he rvns among the very last few lcndera...
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Poland, What Have I to Do with Thee?: Essays Without Prejudice
by Rafael F Scharf Publisher Comments The author, a prominent figure in Polish-Jewish relations, has acted as a 'bridge-builder' between the two cultures over the last half century. This is a collection of his essays on Poland and reflections on his relationship with this mother country...
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Atlas of Jewish History
by Dan Cohn Sherbok Publisher Comments In this illuminating volume, now available in paperback, Dan Cohn-Sherbok traces the development of Jewish history from ancient times to the present day. Generously illustrated with over 100 maps and 24 black-and-white illustrations, the atlas details...
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The Hebrew Republic
by Petrus Cunaeus Publisher Comments For your inspection, most illustrious Members of States, I offer a republic — the holiest ever to have existed in the world, and the richest in example for us to emulate. It is entirely in your interest to study closely this republic's origins and...
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Archaeology and the Religion of Israel (Old Testament Library)
by William Foxwell Albright Publisher Comments The Old Testament Library is a series of commentaries and general studies specifically designed for use by students, pastors, and teachers. It is perhaps the most significant and enduring series in the field. The editorial advisory board consists of...
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The Judaeo-Christian Tradition: Second Edition
by J H Hexter Publisher Comments This book defines the main components, principal influences, and most significant transformations of ancient Hebrew religious beliefs and then considers those of Christianity, showing how early Christianity arose out of the Judaic heritage....
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Studies in Contemporary Jewry Volume 3 Jews
by Ezra Mendelsohn Publisher Comments This series is published yearly by the Institute of Contemporary Jewry at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. It is edited by Jonathan Frankel, Peter Medding, and Ezra Mendelsohn, all distinguished professors of history at The Hebrew University. Volume...
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Her Works Praise Her: A History of Jewish Women in America from Colonial Times to the Present
by Hasia Diner About the Author Beryl Lieff Benderly is the author of several books, including Dancing without Music: Deafness in America....
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Origins of Judaism : From Canaan To the Rise of Islam (07 Edition)
by Robert Goldenberg Publisher Comments A clear, straightforward account of the development of ancient Judaism in both the Judean homeland and the Diaspora....
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Lectures on the History of the Jewish Church V2: From Samuel To the Captivity
by Arthur Penrhyn Stanley Synopsis Volume 3 of 3. The Captivity to the Christian Era. Throughout these volumes, the author endeavored to bear in mind three main objects, to-wit. Firstly, the work must be regarded not as a history, but as lectures. This mode of instruction appeared to be...
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Men of Silk: The Hasidic Conquest of Polish Jewish Society
by Glenn Dynner Publisher Comments Hasidism, a kabbalah-inspired movement founded by Israel Ba'al Shem Tov (c1700-1760), transformed Jewish communities across Eastern and East Central Europe. In Men of Silk, Glenn Dynner draws upon newly discovered Polish archival material and neglected...
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Justification & Variegated Nomism Volume 1
by D A Carson Publisher Comments A comprehension of Paul's understanding of the law and justification has been a perennial problem for historians and theologians. The need for further clarity has given rise to this collection of essays by an international list of esteemed scholars who...
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Toledoth - City of Generations
by Sheldon Mike Young Publisher Comments There is a legend that some Jews, after the Babylonian conquest of Israel, were taken as slaves to Spain. Ultimately, they allegedly founded Toledoth - the City of Generations - now Toledo. On the expulsion of Jews from Spain, ghostly testimonials...
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Dictionary of Judaism in the Biblical Period
by William Scott Green Publisher Comments This invaluable reference defines concepts, religious practices, theological terms, persons, places, and essential vocabulary from the writings of Judaism. Over 3,300 entries by 70 international scholars offer historical, literary, religious, and...
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Leaders of Israel: A Brief History of the Hebrews from the Earliest Times to the Downfall of Jerusalem Ad 70
by George L. Robinson Publisher Comments 1906. With maps, diagrams and illustrations. Contents: The Ancestors of Israel; Abraham, the Pioneer of Faith; Jacob, The Hebrew Ulysses; Joseph, the Viceroy of Egypt; Moses, the Emancipator of Israel; Moses, the Lawgiver; Aaron, the First Great High...
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