Studies in Judaism, First Series by S. Schechter
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"Studies in Judaism, First Series" by Solomon Schechter is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. This scholarly work explores various aspects of Jewish tradition, thought, and history, aiming to introduce English readers to significant figures and movements in Judaism. The essays touch on topics such as Chassidism, notable Jewish scholars like Nachman Krochmal and Rabbi Elijah Wilna, as well as broader theological concepts and practices within the Jewish
community. The opening of the work sets the stage for an exploration of the Chassidim, a religious movement that emerged in Eastern Europe. Schechter details the origins of Chassidism, emphasizing its foundation by Israel Baalshem, known for his spiritual insights and teachings aimed at revitalizing Jewish life through emotional expressions of faith, in contrast to the then-dominant intellectualism of Rabbinic scholarship. He highlights Baalshem's background, his early experiences, and the formative influences that shaped his approach to Judaism, which sought to bring divine presence and fervor into the lives of ordinary Jews. The essays promise a deeper understanding of these dynamics and their historical contexts as the series unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Schechter, S. (Solomon), 1847-1915 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 19005358 |
| Title | Studies in Judaism, First Series |
| Contents | Preface -- Introduction -- The Chassidim -- Nachman Krochmal and the "Perplexities of the time" -- Rabbi Elijah Wilna, Gaon -- Nachmanides -- A Jewish Boswell -- The dogmas of Judaism -- The history of Jewish tradition -- The doctrine of divine retribution in rabbinical literature -- The law and recent criticism -- The Hebrew collection of the British museum -- Titles of Jewish books -- The child in Jewish literature -- Woman in temple and synagogue -- The earliest Jewish community in Europe. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BM: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Judaism |
| Subject | Jews |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48890 |
| Release Date | May 6, 2015 |
| Last Update | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 841 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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