A Dictionary of Jewish-Christian Relations [Paperback]

This pioneering work explores the many-faceted relationship between Judaism and Christianity through the centuries.This pioneering work, with contributions from over 100 internationally renowned scholars, explores and defines the many factors which characterise the relationship between Judaism and Christianity. Compiled under the auspices of the Cambridge-based Centre for the Study of Jewish-Christian Relations, the Dictionary offers a focus for the study and understanding of Jewish-Christian relations internationally, both within and between Judaism and Christianity. It provides a comprehensive single reference to a subject which touches on numerous areas of study including theology, religious studies, history, Jewish studies, literature and social and political studies.This pioneering work, with contributions from over 100 internationally renowned scholars, explores and defines the many factors which characterise the relationship between Judaism and Christianity. Compiled under the auspices of the Cambridge-based Centre for the Study of Jewish-Christian Relations, the Dictionary offers a focus for the study and understanding of Jewish-Christian relations internationally, both within and between Judaism and Christianity. It provides a comprehensive single reference to a subject which touches on numerous areas of study including theology, religious studies, history, Jewish studies, literature and social and political studies.This reference is a pioneering work which explores and defines the many factors which characterise the historic and ongoing relationship between the two traditions. From Aaron to Zionism, the editors have brought together over 700 entries--including events, institutions, movements, people, places and publications--contributed by more than 100 internationally renowned scholars. The Dictionary, compiled under the auspices of the Cambridge-based Centre for the Study of Jewish-Christian Relations, offers a focus for the study and understanding of lӜ