JUDAISM - DOMINIQUE LA MAISONNEUVE

Discover the fascinating history and evolution of Judaism, one of the oldest monotheistic religions in the world. This book is a compendium of knowledge about Judaism, from its roots in antiquity to the present day. Ideal for students, researchers and anyone interested in the history of religion.

• Complete overview of the history of Judaism from antiquity to the present day
• Detailed discussion of the religious practices of ancient Israel
• Analysis of the influence of Judaism on the birth of Christianity
• Explanations regarding the calendar of holidays and religious practices
• Authorship by Dominique de La Maisonneuve, a nun and lecturer

Dominique de La Maisonneuve, the author of this book, is a nun of the Congregation of the Sisters of Our Lady of Zion, who spent many years in Israel, where she obtained a doctorate from the Hebrew University. Her work combines lectures on Hebrew at the Catholic University of Paris with activities at SIDIC (Center for Information and Documentation of Jews and Christians). She is the author of an academic textbook for learning Hebrew and many books on Judaism.

The book includes a discussion of the basic stages of the formation of Judaism, from antiquity to the present day. The author describes the religious practices of ancient Israel before the Babylonian captivity, the period of crystallization of this religion in the Persian, Hellenistic and Roman periods. We also find here basic religious and legal documents of Judaism, accompanied by explanations regarding the calendar of holidays and religious practices. The author also discusses the significant influence of Judaism on the historical conditions of the birth of Christianity.

This book is not only a source of knowledge, but also an inspiration for a deeper understanding of Judaism and its influence on the culture and history of the world. Thanks to it, the reader can better understand the roots of our civilization and appreciate the richness of the Jewish tradition. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to expand their knowledge of world religions and their impact on our lives.

The Dialog Akademicke Publishing House ensured high editorial quality, which makes reading pleasant and comfortable. The paperback cover makes the book light and handy, ideal for taking on a trip or reading in your free time. The year of publication 2015 guarantees the topicality of the information and analyses contained in it.