Alan Kadish, Michael A. Shmidman, Simcha Fishbane
The Jewish Intellectual Tradition
A History of Learning and Achievement
Alan Kadish, Michael A. Shmidman, Simcha Fishbane
The Jewish Intellectual Tradition
A History of Learning and Achievement
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A series of principles can be extracted from the Jewish intellectual tradition that have broad implications for individual and societal achievement. This book explores the development of these principles and demonstrates how their application can lead to greater intellectual productivity, a more fulfilling existence, and a more advanced society.
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A series of principles can be extracted from the Jewish intellectual tradition that have broad implications for individual and societal achievement. This book explores the development of these principles and demonstrates how their application can lead to greater intellectual productivity, a more fulfilling existence, and a more advanced society.
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- Verlag: Academic Studies Press
- Seitenzahl: 400
- Erscheinungstermin: 9. März 2021
- Englisch
- Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 26mm
- Gewicht: 730g
- ISBN-13: 9781644695340
- ISBN-10: 1644695340
- Artikelnr.: 60363112
- Verlag: Academic Studies Press
- Seitenzahl: 400
- Erscheinungstermin: 9. März 2021
- Englisch
- Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 26mm
- Gewicht: 730g
- ISBN-13: 9781644695340
- ISBN-10: 1644695340
- Artikelnr.: 60363112
Alan Kadish, MD, is President of Touro College and University System, the largest Jewish-sponsored educational institution in the United States. Before succeeding Dr. Bernard Lander as Tourös second president in March 2010, Dr. Kadish distinguished himself as a prominent cardiologist, dedicated teacher and researcher, and experienced administrator. A graduate of Columbia College, the Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Yeshiva University, Dr. Kadish received postdoctoral training at the Brigham and Women¿s Hospital and at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He has published over 280 peer-reviewed papers, received numerous grants, including from the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation, and contributed to several textbooks. Dr. Kadish has published articles on the nexus between science and religion. Rabbi Dr. Michael A. Shmidman is Dean and Victor J. Selmanowitz Professor of Jewish History at Touro Graduate School of Jewish Studies and Editor of Touro University Press. He received his PhD from Harvard University and his MA from Hebrew University, and has published and lectured extensively in the areas of medieval Jewish history and Maimonidean studies. Dr. Shmidman also served as Rabbi of Congregation Keter Torah in Teaneck, New Jersey and as Editor of Tradition: A Journal of Orthodox Jewish Thought. Dr. Simcha Fishbane is a Professor of Jewish Studies in the Graduate School of Jewish Studies at Touro College, New York. He has published extensively on Jewish subjects and texts. Dr. Fishbane¿s publications include Deviancy in Early Rabbinic Literature (2007), The Boldness of an Halakhist (2008), The Shtiebelization of Modern Jewry (2011), The Impact of Culture and Cultures Upon Jewish Customs and Rituals (2016), and The Rabbinic Discussion about Bat Mitzvah Celebrations (2017).
Table of Contents Preface Introduction Part One. Libraries of the Jewish People Chapter 1. Golden Libraries in the
Golden Age,
Tenth
Twelfth Centuries: The Library of R. Samuel Ha-Nagid Chapter 2. Nahmanides and His Library Chapter 3. From Manuscript to Printing Press: The Library of Leone Modena Chapter 4. The Modern Period: The Library of Rabbi Samson R. Hirsch Chapter 5. The Library of Professor Harry Austryn Wolfson Chapter 6. The Contemporary University Library Part Two. From Text to Success: Salient Ideas and Values and Their Influence Introduction Chapter 7. Respect for Precedent and Critical Independence Chapter 8. Logical Reasoning and Intellectual Honesty in Pursuit of Truth Chapter 9. The Primacy of Education Chapter 10. A Purposeful Life Chapter 11. Summary and Conclusions Note on Translations Appendix: Maps Illustration Credits Authors
Biographies Endnotes
Golden Age,
Tenth
Twelfth Centuries: The Library of R. Samuel Ha-Nagid Chapter 2. Nahmanides and His Library Chapter 3. From Manuscript to Printing Press: The Library of Leone Modena Chapter 4. The Modern Period: The Library of Rabbi Samson R. Hirsch Chapter 5. The Library of Professor Harry Austryn Wolfson Chapter 6. The Contemporary University Library Part Two. From Text to Success: Salient Ideas and Values and Their Influence Introduction Chapter 7. Respect for Precedent and Critical Independence Chapter 8. Logical Reasoning and Intellectual Honesty in Pursuit of Truth Chapter 9. The Primacy of Education Chapter 10. A Purposeful Life Chapter 11. Summary and Conclusions Note on Translations Appendix: Maps Illustration Credits Authors
Biographies Endnotes
Table of Contents Preface Introduction Part One. Libraries of the Jewish People Chapter 1. Golden Libraries in the
Golden Age,
Tenth
Twelfth Centuries: The Library of R. Samuel Ha-Nagid Chapter 2. Nahmanides and His Library Chapter 3. From Manuscript to Printing Press: The Library of Leone Modena Chapter 4. The Modern Period: The Library of Rabbi Samson R. Hirsch Chapter 5. The Library of Professor Harry Austryn Wolfson Chapter 6. The Contemporary University Library Part Two. From Text to Success: Salient Ideas and Values and Their Influence Introduction Chapter 7. Respect for Precedent and Critical Independence Chapter 8. Logical Reasoning and Intellectual Honesty in Pursuit of Truth Chapter 9. The Primacy of Education Chapter 10. A Purposeful Life Chapter 11. Summary and Conclusions Note on Translations Appendix: Maps Illustration Credits Authors
Biographies Endnotes
Golden Age,
Tenth
Twelfth Centuries: The Library of R. Samuel Ha-Nagid Chapter 2. Nahmanides and His Library Chapter 3. From Manuscript to Printing Press: The Library of Leone Modena Chapter 4. The Modern Period: The Library of Rabbi Samson R. Hirsch Chapter 5. The Library of Professor Harry Austryn Wolfson Chapter 6. The Contemporary University Library Part Two. From Text to Success: Salient Ideas and Values and Their Influence Introduction Chapter 7. Respect for Precedent and Critical Independence Chapter 8. Logical Reasoning and Intellectual Honesty in Pursuit of Truth Chapter 9. The Primacy of Education Chapter 10. A Purposeful Life Chapter 11. Summary and Conclusions Note on Translations Appendix: Maps Illustration Credits Authors
Biographies Endnotes