This book sets forth a new area in the study of extraordinary individuals in religious traditions. The book complements existing,... Læs mere
Jews often consider Hinduism to be Avoda Zara, idolatry, due to its worship of images and multiple gods. In the process of considering Hinduism's status as Avoda Zara, this book revisits the fundamental definitions of Avoda Zara and asks how we use the category.
Hinduism has become a vital 'other' for Judaism over the past decades. The book surveys the history of the relationship from historical... Læs mere