Slay Them Not: Twelfth-Century Christian-Jewish Relations and the Glossed Psalms
Book Description
This scholarly exploration delves into the complex spiritual and social dynamics between Christianity and Judaism during a pivotal period of medieval history. Linda M. A. Stone examines how three influential twelfth-century biblical commentaries reveal the deep-seated tensions and contradictions within Christian attitudes toward Jewish faith and community.
Through careful analysis of Psalms commentaries by prominent medieval theologians Anselm of Laon, Gilbert of Poitiers, and Peter Lombard, Stone uncovers patterns of anti-Jewish sentiment that illuminate broader challenges facing the medieval Church. Her investigation reveals that these attitudes were not merely products of their time, but reflected Christianity's long-standing internal struggle with its relationship to Judaism.
The author demonstrates how examining these religious texts provides insight into the societal pressures and theological questions that shaped medieval Christian thought. By tracing the connections between different biblical glosses, Stone shows how analyzing religious commentary can reveal hidden relationships between texts and deepen our understanding of how spiritual communities have grappled with questions of identity and belonging.
For readers interested in interfaith relations, religious history, and the evolution of spiritual thought, this work offers a window into how religious communities have historically navigated complex relationships with other faith traditions. Stone's methodology also suggests new approaches for understanding the intricate connections within medieval biblical scholarship.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 210 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Jews
- ✓ Explore Commentaries
- ✓ Explore Judaism
- ✓ Explore Relations
- ✓ Explore Anti-Jewish propaganda
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Persecutions
