This Is My God: The Jewish Way of Life - Couverture rigide

Wouk, Herman

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0316955078 ISBN 13 : 9780316955072

Editeur : Little Brown & Co, 1988

Synopsis

Book by Wouk Herman

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Recognised throughout the world as the best single work for those who want to understand Judaism, Herman Wouk's "This is My God" remains unique in the field. A major bestseller when first published, it has been translated into many languages and is now thoroughly revised and brought up to date. In engaging, straightforward language the author explains Jewish belief and worship, the meanings of festivals and holy days, attitudes towards diet, marriage, maturation and death, and the history and heritage of the Jewish people. He discusses the importance of the Torah and Talmud, the difference between Orthodox, Conservative and Reform Judaism, and the relationship of Jews to Israel and elsewhere. For this edition the author has written and essay exploring the problems of religion in Israel today. "This is My God" is an enthralling and illuminating book, readable and full of deep insights. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to know what it means to be Jewish.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Little Brown & Co
• Date d'édition: 1988
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0316955078
• ISBN 13: 9780316955072
• Reliure: Relié
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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