Historical Dictionary of Judaism

This third edition of Historical Dictionary of Judaism covers the history of the Jewish religion through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 800 cross-referenced entries on important personalities in Jewish religious history, including biblical personalities with an emphasis on how they are understood in Jewish, Christian and Islamic tradition. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Judaism.