{"product_id":"the-peace-and-violence-of-judaism-from-the-bible-to-modern-zionism-9780199751471","title":"The Peace and Violence of Judaism: From the Bible to Modern Zionism","description":"Religious violence has become one of the most pressing issues of our time. Robert Eisen provides the first comprehensive analysis of Jewish views on peace and violence by examining texts in five major areas of Judaism - the Bible, rabbinic Judaism, medieval Jewish philosophy, Kabbalah, and\u003cbr\u003emodern Zionism. He demonstrates that throughout its history, Judaism has consistently exhibited ambiguity regarding peace and violence. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTo make his case, Eisen presents two distinct analyses of the texts in each of the areas under consideration: one which argues that the texts in question promote violence toward non-Jews, and another which argues that the texts promote peace. His aim is to show that both readings are valid and\u003cbr\u003eauthentic interpretations of Judaism. Eisen also explores why Judaism can be read both ways by examining the interpretive techniques that support each reading. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Peace and Violence of Judaism\u003c\/em\u003e will be an essential resource not only for students of Judaism, but for students of other religions. Many religions exhibit ambiguity regarding peace and violence. This study provides a model for analyzing this important phenomenon. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Robert Eisen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Oxford University Press, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/09\/2011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 280\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.10lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.30h x 6.20w x 1.10d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780199751471\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eChronicle of Higher Education\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/18\/2011 pg. 17\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eChoice\u003c\/i\u003e 10\/01\/2011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Eisen\u003c\/strong\u003e is Professor of Religion and Judaic Studies at George Washington University. His previous books include \u003cem\u003eGersonides on Providence, Covenant, and the Chosen People\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Job in Medieval Jewish Philosophy.\u003c\/em\u003e He is active as a consultant on issues of religion and international conflict with a particular interest in fostering better relations between Jews, Christians, and Muslims throughout the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oxford University Press, USA","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":39937647902835,"sku":"9.7802E+12","price":47.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/products\/img_6fa420b4-21b4-4c1c-bc2d-3addcc641b75.jpg?v=1647994889","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/the-peace-and-violence-of-judaism-from-the-bible-to-modern-zionism-9780199751471","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}