In this Book
- Nachman Krochmal: Guiding the Perplexed of the Modern Age
- Book
- 1991
- Published by: NYU Press
summary
"A well-organized and engaging read."
Religious Studies Review
The first in-depth look at...an important nineteenth century Jewish thinker and historian. Well-written [and] well- researched."
The Jerusalem Post Magazine
"A significant contribution to our understanding of the rise of modern Judaism in its East European manifestation."
Choice
Harris examines Nachman Krochmal's work, particularly as it aimed to guide Jews through the modern revolution in metaphysical and historical thinking, thus enabling them to commit themselves to Judaism without sacrificing intellectual integrity.
Table of Contents
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- Acknowledgments
- pp. ix-xiv
- List of Abbreviations
- pp. xv-xvi
- Chapter 1: Introduction
- pp. 1-43
- Chapter 2: Metaphysics and Jewish Faith
- pp. 44-102
- Chapter 3: Krochmal's Theory of History
- pp. 103-155
- Chapter 4: Biblical Studies
- pp. 156-205
- Chapter 5: The Rabbinic Tradition
- pp. 206-273
- Chapter 6: The Perplexities of the Aggadah
- pp. 274-307
- Chapter 7: Conclusion
- pp. 308-328
Additional Information
ISBN
9780814744758
Related ISBN(s)
9780814734773
MARC Record
OCLC
859686303
Launched on MUSE
2012-07-31
Language
English
Open Access
Yes