A Handbook Of Judaism: As Professed And Practiced Through The Ages (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164486961)

A Handbook of Judaism: As Professed and Practiced Through the Ages is a comprehensive guide to the Jewish faith, written by Meyer Waxman. The book explores the history, beliefs, practices, and traditions of Judaism, from its origins to modern times. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Jewish scriptures, the Jewish calendar, the synagogue, Jewish holidays and festivals, and the role of the rabbi in Jewish life. It also delves into the different branches of Judaism, such as Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform, and explores the differences between them. Throughout the book, Waxman provides detailed explanations of Jewish customs and practices, as well as their historical and cultural significance. He also includes numerous quotes from Jewish sources, such as the Talmud and the Midrash, to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the Jewish faith. Overall, A Handbook of Judaism is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning about Judaism, whether they are Jewish or not. It is a comprehensive and accessible guide that provides a wealth of information on the history, beliefs, and practices of this ancient and enduring faith.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Meyer Waxman
ISBN-10: 1164486969
ISBN-13: 9781164486961
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d