Liberal Judaism: An Essay (1903)

By Claude Goldsmid Montefiore

Book Overview

Liberal Judaism: An Essay is a book written by Claude Goldsmid Montefiore in 1903, which explores the principles and practices of liberal Judaism. The author, who was a prominent British rabbi and scholar, argues that Judaism is a dynamic and evolving religion that must adapt to changing times and circumstances. He advocates for a more flexible and inclusive approach to Jewish law and tradition, which allows for individual interpretation and personal expression. Montefiore also emphasizes the importance of social justice, ethical behavior, and intellectual inquiry in the practice of Judaism. The book provides a historical overview of liberal Judaism and its development, as well as a philosophical and theological analysis of its core beliefs and values. It is considered a seminal work in the field of Jewish studies and has had a significant impact on the modern Jewish community.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164168215
• ISBN13: 9781164168218
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"