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Rabbi Akiva: Sage Of The Talmud (Jewish Lives)
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From The Prizewinning Jewish Lives Series, A Compelling And Lucid Account Of The Life And Teachings Of Rabbi Akivaa Founder Of Rabbinic Judaism And One Of The Most Beloved Heroes Of Jewish HistoryHoltz Expertly Teases Akivas Core Character Traits From A Plethora Of Midrashic Sources To Fashion A Complex, Yet Likeable, Religious Leader Who Is At Once Pragmatist And Dreamer, Punctilious Intellectual And Passionate Lover.Rabbi Dr. Harvey Belovski, Jewish ChronicleA Book To Be Read Again And Again.Burton L. Visotzky, The Forwardborn In The Land Of Israel Around The Year 50 C.E., Rabbi Akiva Was The Greatest Rabbi Of His Time And One Of The Most Important Influences On Judaism As We Know It Today. Traditional Sources Tell How He Was Raised In Poverty And Unschooled In Religious Tradition But Began To Learn The Torah As An Adult. In The Aftermath Of The Destruction Of Jerusalem By The Romans In 70 C.E., He Helped Shape A New Direction For Judaism Through His Brilliance And His Character. Mystic, Legalist, Theologian, And Interpreter, He Disputed With His Colleagues In Dramatic Fashion Yet Was Admired And Beloved By His Peers. Executed By Roman Authorities For His Insistence On Teaching Torah In Public, He Became The Exemplar Of Jewish Martyrdom.Drawing On The Latest Historical And Literary Scholarship, This Book Goes Beyond Older Biographies, Untangling A Complex Assortment Of Ancient Sources To Present A Clear And Nuanced Portrait Of Talmudic Hero Rabbi Akiva.About Jewish Lives:Jewish Lives Is A Prizewinning Series Of Interpretative Biography Designed To Explore The Many Facets Of Jewish Identity. Individual Volumes Illuminate The Imprint Of Jewish Figures Upon Literature, Religion, Philosophy, Politics, Cultural And Economic Life, And The Arts And Sciences. Subjects Are Paired With Authors To Elicit Lively, Deeply Informed Books That Explore The Range And Depth Of The Jewish Experience From Antiquity To The Present.In 2014, The Jewish Book Council Named Jewish Lives The Winner Of Its Jewish Book Of The Year Award, The First Series Ever To Receive This Award.More Praise For Jewish Lives:Excellent. New York TimesExemplary. Wall Street JournalDistinguished. New YorkerSuperb. The Guardian
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Rabbi Akiva: Sage of the Talmud'? A: The book provides a compelling account of the life and teachings of Rabbi Akiva, emphasizing his role as a founder of rabbinic Judaism and his influence on Jewish history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Rabbi Akiva: Sage of the Talmud' is Barry W. Holtz.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 248 pages.
- Q: What is the published date of this book? A: The book was published on March 14, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is hardcover.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, this book is part of the Jewish Lives series, which focuses on interpretative biographies of significant Jewish figures.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of mysticism, legalism, and martyrdom, presenting a nuanced portrait of Rabbi Akiva's character and contributions to Judaism.
- Q: What are some notable praises for the book? A: The book has received praise for its insightful portrayal of Rabbi Akiva, with reviewers describing it as compelling and worthy of repeated reading.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for adults and young adults interested in Jewish history and religious studies.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, this edition is illustrated, providing visual context to Rabbi Akiva's life and times.