Jewish History : An Essay in the Philosophy of History by Simon Dubnow
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| Author | Dubnow, Simon, 1860-1941 |
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| Title | Jewish History : An Essay in the Philosophy of History |
| Note | Reading ease score: 47.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Jewish History: An Essay in the Philosophy of History" by Simon Dubnow is a scholarly historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book discusses the expansive narrative of Jewish history, tracing its development from antiquity through various significant periods, framing it as a unique historical phenomenon that reflects broader human experiences. Dubnow aims to uncover the psychological and philosophical dimensions of Jewish history while establishing its relevance to both Jewish identity and universal themes of resilience and cultural continuity. The opening of this essay introduces Dubnow's intentions and thought processes as he embarks on his exploration of Jewish history. He defines key concepts such as "historical and unhistorical peoples," setting the stage for the discussion of Judaism as a distinctive historical entity that maintains its identity over thousands of years. He presents Jewish history not merely as a series of events but as a rich tapestry woven with intellectual, moral, and spiritual threads that unite the Jewish people across time and space. The introduction sets up the analytical framework for the rest of the work, suggesting that understanding Jewish history requires an appreciation of its unique continuity and the underlying ideas that have shaped the Jewish experience throughout the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Jews -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7836 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 8, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 145 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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