Remix Judaism
Preserving Tradition in a Diverse World
Rowman · Print & ebook · March 1, 2022
One of the most talked about books in the Jewish community when it originally appeared, Remix Judaism: Preserving Tradition in a Diverse World offers an eloquent and thoughtful new vision for all Jews seeking a sense of belonging in a changing world, regardless of their current level of observance.
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- Genres
- Jewish Rituals & Practice, Judaism, Jewish Studies
- Published
- Rowman, March 1, 2022
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One of the most talked about books in the Jewish community when it originally appeared, Remix Judaism: Preserving Tradition in a Diverse World offers an eloquent and thoughtful new vision for all Jews seeking a sense of belonging in a changing world, regardless of their current level of observance. Roberta Kwall sets out a process of selection, rejection, and modification of rituals that allow for a focus on Jewish tradition rather than on the technicalities of Jewish law.
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Her goal is not to sell her own religious practices to readers but, rather, to encourage them to find their own personal meaning in Judaism outside the dictates of Commandment, by broadening their understanding of how law, culture, and tradition fit together. She inspires readers to be intentional and mindful about the space they allocate for these elements in defining their individual Jewish journeys and identities. The paperback edition includes a new preface addressing recently released findings, including the Pew Report on the American Jewish Community, exploring the challenges of practicing Judaism today.
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| Jewish Rituals & Practice | 88% |
|---|---|
| Judaism | 51% |
| Jewish Studies | 29% |
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Publisher categories
- Religion & Spirituality
- Authors
- Roberta Rosenthal Kwall
- Publisher
- Rowman
- Published
- March 1, 2022
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Reading lane
- Religion & Spirituality