Dictionary of Jewish Lore & Legend
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A clear and well-illustrated guide to the main characters and legends of Judaism
This book captures the richness and vitality of traditional Jewish culture: a web of legend, folklore and superstition that is crucial to understanding Judaism. Topics include Jewish law, literature and poetry; the festivals of the Jewish year; the languages and sub-groups within the Jewish community; and the many countries that Jews have lived in. The book also reveals another side of Judaism, a world populated by angels and demons, sages and Kabbalists, and creatures unknown to zoologists.
Dictionary of Jewish Lore & Legend
A clear and well-illustrated guide to the main characters and legends of Judaism
This book captures the richness and vitality of traditional Jewish culture: a web of legend, folklore and superstition that is crucial to understanding Judaism. Topics include Jewish law, literature and poetry; the festivals of the Jewish year; the languages and sub-groups within the Jewish community; and the many countries that Jews have lived in. The book also reveals another side of Judaism, a world populated by angels and demons, sages and Kabbalists, and creatures unknown to zoologists.
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Dictionary of Jewish Lore & Legend
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Dictionary of Jewish Lore & Legend
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Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780500771037 |
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| Publisher: | Thames & Hudson |
| Publication date: | 11/01/2012 |
| Sold by: | Barnes & Noble |
| Format: | eBook |
| Pages: | 216 |
| File size: | 87 MB |
| Note: | This product may take a few minutes to download. |
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