Judaism: A Beginner's Guide (Beginner's Guides) - Softcover

'A superb introduction to the central beliefs and cultural expressions of Jews from biblical times to the present day.' --Susannah Heschel, Eli Black Professor of Jewish Studies, Dartmouth College

'If you are interested in Jewish history but also want to understand the controversies surrounding Jewish life today, then this is where to start. ' --Marc Ellis, University Professor of Jewish Studies and Director of the Center for Jewish Studies, Baylor University

'Accessible and comprehensive. An admirable introduction to what Jews do, what concerns them, and how these acts and concerns arose and evolved.' --Graham Harvey, Reader in Religious Studies, The Open University

In this clear and authoritative guide, Lavinia and Dan Cohn-Sherbok concisely examine the Jewish faith and its practices and explore what it really means to be a Jew today. From the nature of God to the divisions within Judaism and from worship to everyday customs, this introduction covers all the topics essential to an informed understanding of this highly influential 3000-year-old faith and its enduring traditions.