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 GNOSTICISM, JUDAISM AND EGYPTIAN CHRISTIANITY Studies in Antiquity & Christianity BIRGER A. PEARSON H/C, with jacket, 228pp. Fortress-Press, 1990. Former bookshop-stamp inside front cover, book is in excellent condition. In this important contribution to the scholarly study of Egyptian Gnosticism, Pearson situates Gnosticism in its historical context and describes its manifold relationships to Judaism, early Christianity, and ancient Platonism. He gives special attention to the controversial issue of the impact of Gnosticism up to the Muslim conquest of the seventh century. Postage: R100 Postnet / R75 Sapo / R55 Paxi

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Publisher: Bobbs-Merrill Company (1966) ISBN: N/A Condition: Very good. Light insect damage to front flyleaf. Binding: Softcover Pages: 287 Dimensions: 20.7 x 13.5 x 2.2cm SKU: IZ0787 Weight: 0.35kg Price: R67.00 +++ by Richard L. Rubenstein +++ Please see photo for synopsis.

Author: Richard L. Rubenstein Publisher:  Johns Hopkins University Press (1992) ISBN-10:: 0801842859 ISBN-13: 9780801842856 Condition: Edgewear with light rubbing, sticker on back cover. Reading creases down spine. Previous owners stamp on front endpaper. Light pencil marks to some pages. Very good, clean copy.Tight binding. Binding: Softcover Pages: 358 Dimensions: 23 x 14.8 x 2 cm +++ by Richard L. Rubenstein +++ For a synopsis, click on the image.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days A compelling and lucid account of the life and teachings of a founder of rabbinic Judaism and one of the most beloved heroes of Jewish history Born in the Land of Israel around the year 50 C.E., Rabbi Akiva was the greatest rabbi of his time and one of the most important influences on Judaism as we know it today. Traditional sources tell how he was raised in poverty and unschooled in religious tradition but began to learn the Torah as an adult. In the aftermath of the destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans in 70 C.E., he helped shape a new direction for Judaism through his brilliance and his character. Mystic, legalist, theologian, and interpreter, he disputed with his colleagues in dramatic fashion yet was admired and beloved by his peers. Executed by Roman authorities for his insistence on teaching Torah in public, he became the exemplar of Jewish martyrdom. Drawing on the latest historical and literary scholarship, this book goes beyond older biographies, untangling a complex assortment of ancient sources to present a clear and nuanced portrait of Talmudic hero Rabbi Akiva. Features Summary A compelling and lucid account of the life and teachings of a founder of rabbinic Judaism and one of the most beloved heroes of Jewish history Author Barry W. Holtz Publisher Yale University Press Release date 20170304 Pages 248 ISBN 0-300-20487-6 ISBN 13 978-0-300-20487-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days This Student Book has been approved by AQA. This Student Book has been granted an Imprimatur, which is a declaration from within the Catholic Church that the parts of this publication concerned with Catholic doctrine and morals are free from error. This textbook offers a tried and trusted approach from a team of experienced authors to cover the study of Catholic Christianity, Islam, Judaism and thematic studies. Each chapter sets clear objectives and topic summaries, helping students understand what they need to know. The book includes a range of activity types and study tips to develop understanding. Assessment guidance runs throughout the book, offering revision checklists, practice questions and sample answer activities to support the new question types. Features Summary This AQA-approved textbook offers a tried and trusted approach from a team of experienced authors to cover the study of Catholic Christianity, Islam, Judaism and thematic studies... Author Cynthia Bartlett (Series editor), Peter Wallace (Author), Marianne Fleming (Author), Peter Smith (Author), David Worden (Author) Publisher Oxford UniversityPress Release date 20160507 Pages 352 ISBN 0-19-837038-5 ISBN 13 978-0-19-837038-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days A highly respected rabbi, therapist, and teacher restores women's spiritual lineage to Judaism and empowers women to reclaim their rightful connection to Jewish teachings, Kabbalah, and to their own spiritual wisdom. Features Summary A highly respected rabbi, therapist, and teacher restores women's spiritual lineage to Judaism and empowers women to reclaim their rightful connection to Jewish teachings... Author Tirzah Firestone Publisher HarperCollins (USA) Release date 20040311 Pages 304 ISBN 0-06-008271-2 ISBN 13 978-0-06-008271-0

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(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) In the first six centuries of the Common Era, the Rabbis of formative Judaism, from the Mishnah through the Bavli, consulted the ancient Israelite prophets for guidance on issues of theology, law, history, and literature. In this anthology, Jacob Neusner collects and arranges in documentary sequence the Rabbinic comments on verses in the biblical prophets of Michael and Joel. Format:Paperback Pages:172

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days In the twenty-first century, religion remains the single greatest influencein the world. But, argues religion scholar Stephen Prothero, persistentattempts to portray all religions as different paths to the same God overlookthe distinct human problem that each seeks to solve. For example: Islam: the problem is pride / the solution is submission Christianity: the problem is sin / the solution is salvation Buddhism: the problem is suffering / the solution is awakening Judaism: the problem is exile / the solution is to return to God God Is Not One is an indispensable guide to the questions human beingshave asked for millennia--and to the disparate paths we are taking toanswer them today. Features Summary Religion scholar Prothero asserts that it is time to replace nave hopes of interreligious unity with deeper knowledge of religious differences. A bold polemical response to a generation of misguided scholarship... Author Stephen Prothero Publisher HarperCollinsPublishers Release date 20110430 Pages 388 ISBN 0-06-157128-8 ISBN 13 978-0-06-157128-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days The menorah, the seven-branched candelabrum, has traversed millennia as a living symbol of Judaism and the Jewish people. Naturally, it did not pass through the ages unaltered. The Menorah explores the cultural and intellectual history of the Western world's oldest continuously used religious symbol. This meticulously researched yet deeply personal history explains how the menorah illuminates the great changes and continuities in Jewish culture, from biblical times to modern Israel. Though the golden seven-branched menorahs of Moses and of the Jerusalem Temple are artifacts lost to history, the best-known menorah image survives on the Arch of Titus in Rome. Commemorating the Roman destruction of Jerusalem in 70 CE, the arch reliefs depict the spoils of the Temple, the menorah chief among them, as they appeared in Titus's great triumphal parade in 71 CE. Steven Fine recounts how, in 2012, his team discovered the original yellow ochre paint that colored the menorah--an event that inspired his search for the history of this rich symbol from ancient Israel through classical history, the Middle Ages, and on to our own tumultuous times. Surveying artifacts and literary sources spanning three thousand years--from the Torah and the ruins of Rome to yesterday's news--Fine presents the menorah as a source of fascination and illumination for Jews, Samaritans, Christians, and even Freemasons. A symbol for the divine, for continuity, emancipation, national liberation, and redemption, the menorah features prominently on Israel's state seal and continues to inspire and challenge in surprising ways. Features Summary Steven Fine explores the cultural and intellectual history of the Western world's oldest continuously used religious symbol. This meticulously researched yet deeply personal history explains how the seven-branched menorah illuminates the great changes and continuities in Jewish culture... Author Steven Fine Publisher Harvard University Press Release date 20161026 Pages 279 ISBN 0-674-08879-4 ISBN 13 978-0-674-08879-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days "Toward an Anthropology of Nation Building and Unbuilding in Israel" presents twenty-two original essays offering a critical survey of the anthropology of Israel inspired by Alex Weingrod, emeritus professor and pioneering scholar of Israeli anthropology. In the late 1950s Weingrod's groundbreaking ethnographic research of Israel's underpopulated south complicated the dominant social science discourse and government policy of the day by focusing on the ironies inherent in the project of Israeli nation building and on the process of migration prompted by social change. Drawing from Weingrod's perspective, this collection considers the gaps, ruptures, and juxtapositions in Israeli society and the cultural categories undergirding and subverting these divisions. Organized into four parts, the volume examines our understanding of Israel as a place of difference, the disruptions and integrations of diaspora, the various permutations of Judaism, and the role of symbol in the national landscape and in Middle Eastern studies considered from a comparative perspective. These essays illuminate the key issues pervading, motivating, and frustrating Israel's complex ethnoscape. Features Summary Toward an Anthropology of Nation Building and Unbuilding in Israel presents twenty-two original essays offering a critical survey of the anthropology of Israel inspired by Alex Weingrod... Author Fran Markowitz (Editor), Stephen Sharot (Editor), Moshe Shokeid (Editor), Alex Weingrod (Afterword by) Publisher University of Nebraska Press Release date 20150101 Pages 352 ISBN 0-8032-7194-8 ISBN 13 978-0-8032-7194-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days From Plato to Wittgenstein and religions from Judaism to the Hindu tradition, interspersed with divine influences from Classical Greece, Romantic poetry, and the occasional scene from 'Alien', 'God: A Guide for the Perplexed' charts the path of humanity's great spiritual odyssey: the search for God. Leading the way through this minefield is acclaimed philosopher-theologian Keith Ward, blending the sublime and the eclectic in a narrative which offers wit, erudition and moments of genuine pathos. As a survey of the different manifestations of God through the centuries, and an examination of humanity's search for the divine, this is an engaging and informative book. As a deeply moving testament to our endless capacity for spiritual hope, it is compulsive reading for anyone interested in, or embarking on, the great quest for meaning. 'A lively and very clearly written discussion summarizing and criticizing the thoughts of many significant thinkers.' Times Literary Supplement 'Wry but delightfully non-ironic, intelligent and clear, this book is a blessing. ' Publishers Weekly 'Highly informed, witty and immensely accessible. One of the most congenial, lively and informative introductions to this field.' Alister McGrath, Professor of Historical Theology, Oxford University Features Summary An inspired and impassioned historical examination of humanity's search for the divine Author Keith Ward Publisher Oneworld Publications Release date 20130228 Pages 264 ISBN 1-85168-973-7 ISBN 13 978-1-85168-973-6

Author: Daniel Belasco and Ray Hemachandra Publisher: Lark Books (2010) ISBN-10: 160059462X ISBN-13: 9781600594625 Condition: Very Good. The cover has some light scratches and rubbing and the corners and very slightly bumped. Binding: Softcover Pages: 420 Dimensions: 20.5 x 20.5 x 2.8 cm +++ by Daniel Belasco and Ray Hemachandra +++ An illustrated showcase of handmade Jewish ritual art pieces reflecting a variety of techniques, materials, forms, and object types. Contemporary in style and lovingly handcrafted, they come from North America, Europe, and Israel, and demonstrate the diversity of Judaism. The artworks include tzedakah boxes, shofars, tallits, Shabbat candlesticks, havdalah sets, Kiddush cups, Torah pointers, kippahs, Seder plates, and dreidels.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days In our religiously pluralistic society, clergy, medical, and nursing staffs in modern hospitals are confronted with caring for people with varied beliefs and customs. Since the overall care of a patient, and not just the surgeries performed or medicines given, affect an individual's recovery, it is vitally important to be familiar with cultural and religious understandings and expectations around hygiene, pastoral care, autopsies, transfusions, and even the practices associated with death itself. AHospital Handbook for Multiculturalism and Religion is a succinct guide to the care of patients from a variety of faiths. The original version included Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Baha'i. In the revised edition Neville Kirkwood has added chapters on Taoism, Confucianism, Neo-Confucianism, Chinese Buddhism, and Jainism. Each chapter examines not only the customs of adherents to various faith perspectives but also the significance of certain rites and attitudes, supplying health-care workers and chaplains with the information they need to provide the best care possible." Features Summary This handbook is a succinct guide to the care of patients from a variety of faiths. Each chapter examines not only the customs of various faith perspectives but also the significance of certain rites and attitudes. Author Neville A Kirkwood Publisher Morehouse Publishing Release date 20051001 Pages 144 ISBN 0-8192-2184-8 ISBN 13 978-0-8192-2184-1

Author: Joseph L. Blau Publisher: Random House (1962) Condition: Very good+. Tearing and edgewear to the dust jacket. Boards are in excellent condition. The textblock has been rough cut. Clean and bright contents the copy is tightly bound. Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket Pages: 322 Dimensions: 21.5 x 15.5 x 3.4 cm +++ by Joseph L. Blau +++ The Story of Jewish Philosophy by Joseph L. Blau, A unique survey of Jewish thought, from the ethics of the Bible to the philosophies of Judaism in the twentieth century.

Dr. Schanin reflects on his vast experience and philosophy with Jewish education around the world and in Israel. In addition, he describes his approach to Zionism, Zionist education, and Reconstructionist Judaism in Israel.   Gefen Books, 2000. Hardcover. Book Condition: Very Good.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Written by experienced examiners with an in-depth understanding of teaching, learning and assessment at Year 1 & AS, it provides teachers and students with a clear skills-based pathway of learning that firmly bridges the gap between specification content and the final examination itself. / This comprehensive yet accessible book has been carefully created to ensure that students develop the confidence and skills required to meet the demands of Year 1 & AS level. / Exam preparation is covered in the Developing Skills section, which include a range of progressive activities. / It provides distinctive AO1 and AO2 materials and specific activities that target each assessment objective. / Separate books for each religion, along with the Philosophy of Religion and Religion and Ethics book, allow you to focus on the content you need for the exams. / Titles in this series are: Philosophy of Religion and Religion and Ethics, Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism. Features Summary This innovative new book on Hinduism provides essential support for the new specification being taught from September 2016. It guides you through every step of the new course and helps you thoroughly prepare for your exams. Author Huw Dylan Jones Publisher Illuminate Publishing Release date 20170307 Pages 144 ISBN 1-911208-00-4 ISBN 13 978-1-911208-00-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Jesus: A Beginner's Guide introduces Jesus, the man and his enduring legacy. Separating fact from fiction, Professor Le Donne places Jesus within the context of first-century Judaism, and explores the debate about his status as 'Son of God' among the early Christians. He then follows his legacy through medieval Europe, and compares the various cultural Jesuses in enlightenment and post-enlightenment thought. Features Summary An accessible introduction to the founder of Christianity, combining history with theological debate. Author Anthony Le Donne Publisher Oneworld Publications Release date 20180802 Pages 240 ISBN 1-78607-144-4 ISBN 13 978-1-78607-144-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Every season, dozens of African American basketball players pack up their sneakers to play and live in Israel. They eat Israeli food, navigate Israeli hustle and bustle, experience cultural and religious customs in the world's only Jewish country, and voluntarily expose themselves to the omnipresent threat of violence in the volatile Middle East. Some players are both Black and Jewish by birth. Others choose to convert to Judaism while residing in Israel. Some go so far as to obtain Israeli citizenship, enlist in the Israeli Army, marry Israeli women, and stay long after their playing careers end. Alley-Oop to Aliyah: African American Hoopsters in the Holy Land, is the first book to provide an in-depth exploration and analysis of the experiences of African American basketball players in Israel from the 1970s till today. Author David A. Goldstein examines how they end up in the country in the first place, the multitude of distinctive aspects of their lives there, the challenges and difficulties they face, and the reasons some choose to return to Israel year after year. In some cases they even decide to stay in Israel permanently. Alley-Oop to Aliyah not only deals with basketball and its impact on Israel, but it delves into emotion-laden issues of race, religion, identity, and politics, primarily through the eyes of the players themselves, based on more than forty extensive first-person interviews Goldstein, a sports journalist of half-Israeli descent, conducted. Their stories and their impact on Israel are at the very heart of this revealing book that is about more than just a game. Features Summary Discover why Israel has become a popular destination for African American basketball players. Author David Goldstein Publisher Skyhorse Publishing Release date 20171026 Pages 256 ISBN 1-5107-2479-6 ISBN 13 978-1-5107-2479-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days One day a Georgia-born son of an Orthodox rabbi discovers that his enthusiasm for Judaism is flagging. He observes the Sabbath, he goes to synagogue, and he even flies to New York on weekends for a series of "speed dates" with nice, eligible Jewish girls. But, something is missing. Looking out of his window and across the street at one of the hundreds of churches in Atlanta, he asks, "What would it be like to be a Christian?" So begins Benyamin Cohen's hilarious journey that is "My Jesus Year"--part memoir, part spiritual quest, and part anthropologist's mission. Among Cohen's many adventures (and misadventures), he finds himself in some rather unlikely places: jumping into the mosh-pit at a Christian rock concert, seeing his face projected on the giant JumboTron of an African-American megachurch, visiting a potential convert with two young Mormon missionaries, attending a Christian "professional wrestling" match, and waking up early for a sunrise Easter service on top of Stone Mountain--a Confederate memorial and former base of operations for the KKK. During his year-long exploration, Cohen sees the best and the worst of Christianity-- #8212;from megachurches to storefront churches; from crass commercialization of religion to the simple, moving faith of the humble believer; from the profound to the profane to the just plain laughable. Throughout, he keeps an open heart and mind, a good sense of humor, and takes what he learns from Christianity to reflect on his own faith and relationship to God. By year's end, to Cohen's surprise, his search for universal answers and truths in the Bible Belt actually make him a better Jew. Features Summary The son of an Orthodox rabbi--who wants to reinvigorate his own flagging enthusiasm for Judaism--sets out to understand why Christians are so excited about Christianity... Author Benyamin Cohen Publisher HarperOne Release date 20090828 Pages 252 ISBN 0-06-124518-6 ISBN 13 978-0-06-124518-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days A clear, in-depth biblical explanation of the origin, history, and significance of the Middle East conflict. The current conflict in the Middle East began long before the creation of the state of Israel in 1948. It originated when Abraham sinned, distorting God's promise that he and his heirs would make a great nation and inherit the land now called The Holy Land. A historical and political account, "Seeds of Turmoil" clearly explains the biblical story of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar and the ensuing sibling rivalry between Jacob and Esau, whose choices formed the world's three most influential religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This fascinating insight into the beginnings of the conflict also explains what about the land is so important today. In addition, Wright sheds light on the conflicting Jewish, Christian, and Islamic perspectives and answers the question, Does God play favorites? Features Summary A clear, in-depth biblical explanation of the origin, history, and significance of the Middle East conflict. The current conflict in the Middle East began long before the creation of the state of Israel in 1948... Author Bryant Wright Publisher Thomas Nelson Release date 20111121 Pages 223 ISBN 0-7852-9843-6 ISBN 13 978-0-7852-9843-4