Judaism in Practice. From the Middle Ages Through the Early Modern Period (Princeton Readings in Religion)
Princeton, NJ. Princeton University Press, 2001. First edition. Hardcover. Quarto. (xvi) [1] 537pp. Illustrated grey and multi-colored dust jacket, with white and red lettering on the front cover and spine. Black cloth binding with silver and gilt lettering and publisher's device on the spine. This collection of original essays from various authors, charts a wide historic overview of the trends in Jewish religious practice, rituals, laws and beliefs and their impact on the daily life of Jews throughout these periods. Taking as its sources diverse texts such as ritual manuals, legal codes, mystical writings, folk literature, and liturgical poetry, this collection helps define the enormous scope and variety of practices that went into the development of Jewish tradition, from the years 600-1800 C.E. Dust jacket, binding and interior all in near fine condition overall. near fine. Item #47284
ISBN: 0691057869
Price: $60.00