Understanding Judaism
A Guide for Teachers
Published on 28. May 2026
Book
Hardback
216 pages
978-1-350-47754-4 (ISBN)
Description
This book explores the beliefs and practices of Judaism as a lived religion in the United Kingdom and addresses issues of representation. This book engages with Jewish beliefs and practices in a way that is accurate, accessible and engaging for teachers of all phases. Aspects of Judaism explored include the concepts that form the central beliefs of Judaism, and then the expression of these beliefs in worship, daily life, and the ethics of Jews in the modern day. Each chapter utilises the authentic voice of believers today and invites the reader to consider the concepts and how they can be taught in the classroom.
One of the distinctive features of this book is its engagement with diversity in the Jewish world. How are the teachings of Judaism understood and lived in different circumstances in the UK today? Written by an expert in Religious Studies, this book provides immediate applicability for the classroom, and helps the reader deepen their knowledge of Judaism.
One of the distinctive features of this book is its engagement with diversity in the Jewish world. How are the teachings of Judaism understood and lived in different circumstances in the UK today? Written by an expert in Religious Studies, this book provides immediate applicability for the classroom, and helps the reader deepen their knowledge of Judaism.
Reviews / Votes
'An easy-to-read comprehensive text that explores key Jewish concepts. It offers the reader with a good knowledge base about the diversity of the faith so that they can feel confident to teach Judaism to primary or secondary pupils. The book uses responses from the Jewish communities that explain how Judaism is lived in the 21st century. A must for any ITE program, and teacher who includes Judaism in their syllabus.' * Maggie Webster, Edge Hill University, UK *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
20 bw illus
Dimensions
Height: 250 mm
Width: 175 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
560 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-350-47754-4 (9781350477544)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
James D. Holt is Associate Professor of Religious Education at the University of Chester, UK.
Content
Introduction
Part I: Key Concepts in Judaism
1. The Nature of the Almighty
2. The Nature of Humanity
3. A Chosen People
4. Sacred Writings
5. Jewish Identity
6. Expressions of Faith
Part II: Contemporary Issues
7. The Ethical Dimension
8. Education in Jewish Communities
9. Authority and Diversity in the Jewish World
10. Judaism and Contemporary Britain
Glossary
References
Index
Part I: Key Concepts in Judaism
1. The Nature of the Almighty
2. The Nature of Humanity
3. A Chosen People
4. Sacred Writings
5. Jewish Identity
6. Expressions of Faith
Part II: Contemporary Issues
7. The Ethical Dimension
8. Education in Jewish Communities
9. Authority and Diversity in the Jewish World
10. Judaism and Contemporary Britain
Glossary
References
Index