American Judaism: A History

American Judaism: A History
by Jonathan D. Sarna

American Judaism: A History
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Author: Jonathan D. Sarna
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-10-24
ISBN: 0300109768
Number of pages: 512
Publisher: Yale University Press

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Book Review: American Judaism-A Review
Summary: 5 Stars

Confirmong things I already knew, and teaching me things I didn't, Jonathan Sarna has done a wonderful job of putting the history of Jewish America into perspective. I really appreciated his use of language, and the elementary way he presented his research in an extremely underatandable way. The book is filled with interesting facts and stories that bring this history to life and into context with our current events and situations. Thank you Mr. Sarna for this wonderful and enlightening edition.

Summary of American Judaism: A History

This magisterial work chronicles the 350-year history of the Jewish religion in America. Tracing American Judaism from its origins in the colonial era through the present day, Jonathan Sarna explores the ways in which Judaism adapted in this new context. How did American culture?predominantly Protestant and overwhelmingly capitalist?affect Jewish religion and culture? And how did American Jews shape their own communities and faith in the new world?
Jonathan Sarna, a preeminent scholar of American Judaism, tells the story of individuals struggling to remain Jewish while also becoming American. He offers a dynamic and timely history of assimilation and revitalization, of faith lost and faith regained.
The first comprehensive history of American Judaism in over fifty years, this book is both a celebration of 350 years of Jewish life in America and essential reading for anyone interested in American religion and life.

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