Description
Author Jacob Neusner
Publisher Fortress Press
Format paperback
Condition Like New – minimal shelf wear, clean and unmarked interior.
Summary
In Judaism in the Beginning of Christianity, renowned scholar Jacob Neusner offers a deeply informed and thought-provoking exploration of the religious, cultural, and philosophical distinctions between early Rabbinic Judaism and nascent Christianity. With clarity and scholarly rigor, Neusner examines the first-century foundations of each faith, focusing on their divergent paths in theology, practice, and identity. He refutes the notion that Christianity was simply a natural outgrowth of Judaism, instead presenting both as parallel responses to shared historical conditions—especially the destruction of the Second Temple. Ideal for students of religious studies, theology, and ancient history, this book challenges readers to reconsider long-held assumptions about the relationship between Judaism and Christianity. It is a vital resource for understanding how two of the world’s major religions emerged and evolved in conversation—and sometimes in conflict—with one another.