Israel’s Day of Light and Joy - The Origin, Development, and Enduring Meaning of the Jewish Sabbath

"Explores the origins and development of the Jewish Sabbath and the rich and diverse range of theological and ethical meanings and characteristic practices it acquired over the centuries"--

About the author

Jon D. Levenson is Albert A. List Professor of Jewish Studies at Harvard University. Levenson's many books concentrate on the Hebrew Bible and its interpretations over the centuries, especially in rabbinic midrash, with a focus on theological matters.

Product details

• Authors: Jon D. Levenson, Jon D. (Harvard University) Levenson, Levenson Jon D.
• Publisher: University Presses
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 25.06.2024
• EAN: 9781646022731
• ISBN: 978-1-64602-273-1
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 229 mm x 21 mm
• Weight: 386 g
• Illustrations: Illustrationen, nicht spezifiziert
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Antiquity; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works; Israel, RELIGION / Judaism / History, RELIGION / Judaism / Rituals & Practice, RELIGION / Judaism / Theology, Theology, History of Religion, Judaism: life & practice, Judaism: life and practice, Judaism: theology