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Zimmels, H. J.

 
9781330106754: Leopold Zunz (Classic Reprint): His Life and Times

Synopsis

This book explores the work and ideas of Yom Tob Lippmann Zunz, the founder of the academic study of Jewish literature, known as the Science of Judaism. The author traces Zunz's life from his birth in Germany in 1794 to his death in 1886, highlighting his struggles and triumphs as he sought to establish a new approach to Jewish scholarship. The book explores the main tenets of the Science of Judaism, including its emphasis on critical analysis, interdisciplinary comparison, and the examination of the historical and social context of Jewish texts. It also discusses the impact of Zunz's work on Jewish thought and scholarship, and its continuing relevance for understanding the rich tapestry of Jewish literature and history.

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