Editor |
Hertz, Joseph H. (Joseph Herman), 1872-1946 |
LoC No. |
21005297
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Title |
A Book of Jewish Thoughts
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Note |
Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
E-text prepared by Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
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Summary |
"A Book of Jewish Thoughts" by Joseph H. Hertz is a collection of reflections and writings exploring the Jewish experience and philosophy, likely compiled in the early 20th century. The work serves to illuminate various aspects of Jewish life, beliefs, and historical achievements, showcasing the resilience and depth of Jewish tradition. It discusses themes of faith, cultural identity, and the moral obligations of being part of the Jewish community. The opening of this collection provides a context for understanding Judaism as not only a religion but a vital force in the ongoing moral and social discourse of humanity. Hertz articulates the significance of Jewish heritage, invoking memories of martyrdom and contributions to world civilization. Readers are introduced to the anthology's structure, which is divided into distinct sections reflecting key themes such as the self-identity of Jews, their literary contributions as “the People of the Book,” and the wisdom of Jewish sages. Each section promises readers insights into the intricate tapestry of Jewish thought and the richness of its ethical and spiritual dimensions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
BM: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Judaism
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LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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Subject |
Judaism -- Prayers and devotions
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Subject |
Jewish literature
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Subject |
Judaism -- Quotations, maxims, etc.
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Subject |
Jews -- Quotations
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Subject |
Jews -- Public opinion
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Subject |
Fasts and feasts -- Judaism -- Meditations
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Subject |
Jewish ethics
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Subject |
Jews -- Civilization
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
57218 |
Release Date |
May 27, 2018 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jun 15, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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