theology of Rabbinic Judaism, The
Book Description
Jacob Neusner presents a comprehensive exploration of the theological foundations that unite centuries of Rabbinic Jewish thought and teaching. Drawing from the vast collection of authoritative texts spanning from the Mishnah around 200 C.E. to the Babylonian Talmud circa 600 C.E., this scholarly work reveals the underlying spiritual logic that connects these sacred writings.
Rather than viewing these foundational documents as separate works, Neusner demonstrates how they form a unified symbolic and mythic framework that expresses a coherent theological vision. Through careful analysis of patterns, systematic examination of core principles, and study of how sacred language creates meaning, he uncovers the inner wisdom that has guided Jewish spiritual understanding for centuries.
This detailed survey offers readers insight into how ancient religious texts can be understood as parts of a greater whole, each contributing to a balanced and ordered system of spiritual thought. For those interested in the development of religious ideas and the ways sacred traditions maintain their coherence across time, this work provides a methodical approach to understanding how theological concepts evolve while preserving their essential unity.
The book serves as both an academic investigation and a window into the sophisticated spiritual reasoning that has shaped one of the world's major religious traditions, offering valuable perspectives on how sacred texts can be read as interconnected expressions of divine wisdom.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~7 hours)
📄 Length: 255 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore History and criticism
- ✓ Explore Talmud
- ✓ Explore Theology
- ✓ Explore Rabbinical literature, history and criticism
- ✓ Explore Doctrines
- ✓ Explore Rabbinische Literatur
- ✓ Explore Midrash rabbah
- ✓ Explore Judaism
