Overview

We now have the potential to end two thousand years of hostility. Will we succeed? In recent years, courageous Christian and Jewish leaders have together confronted the past and commenced the urgent task of ending one of the world's longest and most bitter religious conflicts by building bridges of solidarity, mutual knowledge and respect. But creating this new and constructive relationship has not been easy. How did it happen? How was it possible to begin the process of overcoming centuries of stereotypes, caricatures and prejudices? And does the development of constructive Christian-Jewish relations, while still fragile, offer a successful model to resolve other conflicts? This probing examination of Christian-Jewish relations looks at the major issues facing both faith communities to guarantee that recent hard-earned achievements will not be lost in the tumultuous years ahead.

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Author:   Rabbi James Rudin (Rabbi James Rudin)
Publisher:   Jewish Lights Publishing
Imprint:   Jewish Lights Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.001kg
ISBN:  

9781580234320

ISBN 10:   1580234321
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   16 December 2010
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

"Acknowledgments xi 1. What's in a Name? Hebrews, Israelites, or Jews? 1 2. The Ancient Big Three: Jews, Greeks, and Romans 7 3. The World's Longest Running Religious Debate Begins 17 4. Saul, Call Me Paul: The Controversial Apostle to the Gentiles 43 5. The Partings of the Way: Jews and Christians Take Separate Paths to God 57 6. Why ""Old Testament"" Is Not a Term of Endearment 65 7. Anti-Judaism and Anti-Semitism: The Poisoned Branches of Paul's ""Good Olive Tree"" 83 8. Mission, Witness, and Conversion 113 9. O Jerusalem! Three Faiths but Only One Jerusalem 133 10. Why There Is Only One Holocaust 149 11. The Meaning of Modern Israel for Christians and Jews 167 12. Proceed with Caution: Interreligious Relations Is Now a Three-Way Intersection 183 13. We Are Prisoners of Hope 215 14. A User's Guide to Christian-Jewish Relations 225 Discussion Guide 233 Notes 237 Suggestions for Further Reading 253 Index 262"

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Rabbi Rudin has written the best guide to Jewish-Christian dialogue that I have ever seen. Popular but sophisticated, sobering but hopeful, it provides a searching analysis of the vocabulary and history of Christian-Jewish relations, reminding us why these relations are so difficult and why they are so important. Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie, president, Union for Reform Judaism Offers us all a Jewish 'take' on our times, allowing us to see and hear the news with the eyes and ears of Jews. Here also is a clear-eyed understanding for both Christians and Jews of the evils of establishment, religion and state coupled together, predicated upon replacing suspicion with respect and apathy with empathy. Urgently needed! The Rev. Dr. James M. Dunn, professor of Christianity and public policy, Divinity School at Wake Forest University Does not dodge any of the painful issues.... [A] rewarding, always stimulating book. Peter Steinfels, co-director, Fordham University Center on Religion and Culture; former New York Times religion correspondent and columnist This is a must-have for anyone interested in the vital story of Christian-Jewish relations. Rabbi Rudin s polished prose and sharp observations guide the reader on a stimulating journey through time, and provide invaluable insights into the future of one of the world s most complicated religious relationships. Indispensable for academics, interfaith activists and general readers interested in religion and its impact on world history. Rabbi Eric J. Greenberg, director, Department of Interfaith Affairs, Anti-Defamation League A vibrant, timely study by one of America s distinguished leaders and shrewd analysts of the Jewish-Christian encounter. Rudin succeeds brilliantly in laying bare the past and illuminating the present so Jews and Christians may wisely and respectfully press forward to model a more authentic relationship for the good of the other and the future of all humanity. Marvin R. Wilson, PhD, Ockengar

Rabbi Rudin has written the best guide to Jewish-Christian dialogue that I have ever seen. Popular but sophisticated, sobering but hopeful, it provides a searching analysis of the vocabulary and history of Christian-Jewish relations, reminding us why these relations are so difficult and why they are so important. Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie, president, Union for Reform Judaism Offers us all a Jewish 'take' on our times, allowing us to see and hear the news with the eyes and ears of Jews. Here also is a clear-eyed understanding for both Christians and Jews of the evils of establishment, religion and state coupled together, predicated upon replacing suspicion with respect and apathy with empathy. Urgently needed! The Rev. Dr. James M. Dunn, professor of Christianity and public policy, Divinity School at Wake Forest University Does not dodge any of the painful issues.... [A] rewarding, always stimulating book. Peter Steinfels, co-director, Fordham University Center on Religion and Culture; former New York Times religion correspondent and columnist This is a must-have for anyone interested in the vital story of Christian-Jewish relations. Rabbi Rudin s polished prose and sharp observations guide the reader on a stimulating journey through time, and provide invaluable insights into the future of one of the world s most complicated religious relationships. Indispensable for academics, interfaith activists and general readers interested in religion and its impact on world history. Rabbi Eric J. Greenberg, director, Department of Interfaith Affairs, Anti-Defamation League A vibrant, timely study by one of America s distinguished leaders and shrewd analysts of the Jewish-Christian encounter. Rudin succeeds brilliantly in laying bare the past and illuminating the present so Jews and Christians may wisely and respectfully press forward to model a more authentic relationship for the good of the other and the future of all humanity. Marvin R. Wilson, PhD, Ockengay

Rabbi Rudin has written the best guide to Jewish-Christian dialogue that I have ever seen. Popular but sophisticated, sobering but hopeful, it provides a searching analysis of the vocabulary and history of Christian-Jewish relations, reminding us why these relations are so difficult and why they are so important. Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie, president, Union for Reform Judaism Offers us all a Jewish 'take' on our times, allowing us to see and hear the news with the eyes and ears of Jews. Here also is a clear-eyed understanding for both Christians and Jews of the evils of establishment, religion and state coupled together, predicated upon replacing suspicion with respect and apathy with empathy. Urgently needed! The Rev. Dr. James M. Dunn, professor of Christianity and public policy, Divinity School at Wake Forest University Does not dodge any of the painful issues.... [A] rewarding, always stimulating book. Peter Steinfels, co-director, Fordham University Center on Religion and Culture; former New York Times religion correspondent and columnist This is a must-have for anyone interested in the vital story of Christian-Jewish relations. Rabbi Rudin s polished prose and sharp observations guide the reader on a stimulating journey through time, and provide invaluable insights into the future of one of the world s most complicated religious relationships. Indispensable for academics, interfaith activists and general readers interested in religion and its impact on world history. Rabbi Eric J. Greenberg, director, Department of Interfaith Affairs, Anti-Defamation League A vibrant, timely study by one of America s distinguished leaders and shrewd analysts of the Jewish-Christian encounter. Rudin succeeds brilliantly in laying bare the past and illuminating the present so Jews and Christians may wisely and respectfully press forward to model a more authentic relationship for the good of the other and the future of all humanity. Marvin R. Wilson, PhD, Ockengad

Rabbi Rudin has written the best guide to Jewish-Christian dialogue that I have ever seen. Popular but sophisticated, sobering but hopeful, it provides a searching analysis of the vocabulary and history of Christian-Jewish relations, reminding us why these relations are so difficult and why they are so important. Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie, president, Union for Reform Judaism Offers us all a Jewish 'take' on our times, allowing us to see and hear the news with the eyes and ears of Jews. Here also is a clear-eyed understanding for both Christians and Jews of the evils of establishment, religion and state coupled together, predicated upon replacing suspicion with respect and apathy with empathy. Urgently needed! The Rev. Dr. James M. Dunn, professor of Christianity and public policy, Divinity School at Wake Forest University Does not dodge any of the painful issues.... [A] rewarding, always stimulating book. Peter Steinfels, co-director, Fordham University Center on Religion and Culture; former New York Times religion correspondent and columnist This is a must-have for anyone interested in the vital story of Christian-Jewish relations. Rabbi Rudin s polished prose and sharp observations guide the reader on a stimulating journey through time, and provide invaluable insights into the future of one of the world s most complicated religious relationships. Indispensable for academics, interfaith activists and general readers interested in religion and its impact on world history. Rabbi Eric J. Greenberg, director, Department of Interfaith Affairs, Anti-Defamation League A vibrant, timely study by one of America s distinguished leaders and shrewd analysts of the Jewish-Christian encounter. Rudin succeeds brilliantly in laying bare the past and illuminating the present so Jews and Christians may wisely and respectfully press forward to model a more authentic relationship for the good of the other and the future of all humanity. Marvin R. Wilson, PhD, OckengaG

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Rabbi James Rudin, an international leader in interreligious relations, was a member of the American Jewish Committee's (AJC) professional staff for thirty-two years, where he served as interreligious affairs director.

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