Judaism
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DK Eyewitness Books: Judaism charts the spread of the Jewish people, from the time of the Hebrews in the Middle East to Jewish communities around the world today.
Uncover the key events in the history of Judaism, where and how Jewish people worship, the day-to-day customs and festivals they follow, and the major contributions made by Jewish figures in the fields of science, medicine, and the arts. Discover how Judaism began with the story of the first patriarchs—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Learn about the the sacred books of the faith including the Torah, and find out how Kosher laws affect everyday life.
Available for the first time in paperback and featuring more than 180 images and illustrations,DK Eyewitness Books: Judaism helps bring one of the world's oldest religions to life.
Each revised Eyewitness book retains the stunning artwork and photography from the groundbreaking original series, but the text has been reduced and reworked to speak more clearly to younger readers. Still on every colorful page: vibrant annotated photographs and the integrated text-and-pictures approach that makes Eyewitness a perennial favorite of parents, teachers, and school-age kids.
Awards:
8-time National Council for the Social Studies Award Winner
4-time Society for School Librarians International Social Studies Trade Book Award Winner
2-time Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Book Award Winner
A Parents' Choice Award Winner
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Citations
Charing, D. (2003). Judaism. 1st American ed. New York, N.Y., DK Pub.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Charing, Douglas. 2003. Judaism. New York, N.Y., DK Pub.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Charing, Douglas, Judaism. New York, N.Y., DK Pub, 2003.
MLA Citation (style guide)Charing, Douglas. Judaism. 1st American ed. New York, N.Y., DK Pub, 2003.
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| 505 | 0 | |a Being Jewish -- How it began -- Promised land -- First kings -- New rulers -- Roman rule -- Middle ages -- Life in the diaspora -- Pogroms -- Zionism -- New nightmare -- Holocaust -- Aftermath -- Synagogue -- Prayer -- Sacred books -- Writings and thinkers -- Values -- Kosher food -- Faces of Judaism -- Symbols and language -- Jewish lifetime -- High holy days -- Festivals -- Jewish contribution -- Index. | |
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