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Burton L. Visotzky

    Rabbi Burton L. Visotzky se věnuje zkoumání toho, jak se židovství přizpůsobilo okolním kulturám. Jeho práce se soustředí na propojování židovské tradice s širším světem, zkoumá křižovatky mezi židovskými a jinými náboženskými a kulturními vlivy. Věnuje se mezireligijnímu dialogu a zkoumá, jak se židovské tradice vyvíjely ve vztahu k jiným kulturám. Jeho psaní nabízí pohled na adaptaci a reflexi v rámci židovského myšlení.

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    The Genesis of Ethics
    A Delightful Compendium of Consolation
    • 2008

      A Delightful Compendium of Consolation

      A Fabulous Tale of Romance, Adventure and Faith in the Medieval Mediterranean

      • 328 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení
      4,3(7)Ohodnotit

      Set in a vibrant historical period, the narrative explores the lives of merchants, scholars, families, rabbis, and students, both real and fictional. It presents a unique depiction of coexistence among Jews and Muslims, as well as among various Jewish factions, highlighting a time of relative harmony and collaboration that contrasts sharply with contemporary tensions. The novel offers a rich tapestry of cultural interactions and shared experiences, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of community and faith.

      A Delightful Compendium of Consolation
    • 2001

      The Genesis of Ethics

      How the Tormented Family of Genesis Leads Us to Moral Development

      • 226 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení
      3,8(5)Ohodnotit

      Burton L. Visotzky offers an insightful exploration of the narratives in the Book of Genesis, highlighting their intense moral dilemmas and brutal power. By examining these ancient stories, he draws connections to contemporary ethical issues, encouraging readers to reflect on how these age-old tales resonate with modern life. His scholarly approach makes complex themes accessible, inviting a deeper understanding of both the text and its relevance today.

      The Genesis of Ethics