Understanding Judaism
A Guide for Teachers
1st Edition
Published on 30. April 2026
216 pages
978-1-350-47756-8 (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.
More details
Series
Edition
1. Auflage
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
ISBN-13
978-1-350-47756-8 (9781350477568)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Book
05/2026
Bloomsbury Academic
€30.00
Article in reprint
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
