JUDAISM

This book assumes no prior knowledge of Judaism, and is aimed at students and general readers. Containing an account of the Jewish people and the main lines of their history, as well as eight chapters examining subjects including the Torah and tradition, worship, the Bible, law, ethics, mysticism, theology, eschatology and the problems facing Judaism today. Readership: Students or general readers with no prior knowledge of Judaism.Now includes a new chapter on Judaism today.Concise and comprehensive coverage makes this an ideal first introduction to the subject.Accessible and jargon-free writing style.Features all the various denominations and currents within Judaism, situating them against their historical background.Presents Judaism as a living religion by focusing on the modern period.