For too long, Jews have defined themselves in light of the bad things that have happened to them. And it is true that, many times in the course of history, they

“In a clear, steady style that can also soar [Rabbi Sacks] explains why this disaster-driven thinking denies the beauty and strength of Judaism.” —Booklis

The author traces series of philosophical and theological ideas that Judaism has created and shows how they are still relevant in our time.

For too long, Jews have defined themselves in light of the bad things that have happened to them. And it is true that, many times in the course of history, they

Meticulous, scholarly, yet always accessible, this work examines the discoveries and transformations that have effected biblical interpretations over the centur