Judaism: Between yesterday and tomorrow (The Religious situation of our time) [Hardcover]

Hans Kung (Author)

Book Description

Series: The Religious situation of our time | Publication Date: 1992

Swiss-German theologian Kung planned this massive synthesis of Christian history and systematic theology as a sequel to his On Being Christian (1976) and as a companion to Judaism (Crossroad, 1992). Ever the Catholic Church's "faithful critic," Kung displays a dazzling breadth of scholarship. Professor of ecumenical theology at the University of Tubingen, he bases his approach on five historical paradigm shifts: Jewish apocalyptic Christianity, early church ecumenism, the Roman system in the medieval papal church, the Reformation, and modern democracy. He notes dominant influences in each, presenting his convictions on the essence of Christianity and moving toward a polycentrism where Orthodox, Catholic, and evangelical traditions are not mutually exclusive. Over 30 diagrams and many stimulating "questions for the future" sidebars are included. Not all readers will accept the views of this Vatican II peritus (nor did the Vatican in 1973). But the work is a remarkable achievement for a church always in need of reform and reformers. Recommended for all theology collections>

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Renowned theologian Kung has written a lengthy examination of Judaism's past, present, and future in this first of three volumes in a new series. Christianity and Islam will be explored in the remaining volumes. Judaism provides valuable insight into the religious situation today, and Kung boldly explores the legacy of hate and anti-Semitism Jews have encountered. He forthrightly examines the culpability of those who stood aside during the Holocaust. He also discusses Israel today and offers a prescription for peace. This well-written book is sure to provoke controversy. Recommended for libraries with strong theological holdings.
- Paul Kaplan, Dakota Cty. Lib., Eagan, Minn.
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Praise for Judaism: "A stunning achievement." --The Expository Times "An invaluable reference work." --Interpretation "One of the most serious and learned encounters with Judaism by a non-Jewish scholar and thinker in our time." --Shofar (Expository Times )

Praise for Judaism: "A stunning achievement." --The Expository Times "An invaluable reference work." --Interpretation "One of the most serious and learned encounters with Judaism by a non-Jewish scholar and thinker in our time." --Shofar (, Expository Times ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 753 pages
• Publisher: Crossroad (1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0824511816
• ISBN-13: 978-0824511814
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,288,057 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Very Helpful Introduction, October 28, 2000

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This review is from: Judaism: Between Yesterday and Tomorrow (Paperback)

On the topic of Judaism, this is the first book of any great substance that I have read, so I have nothing with which to compare it. However, Kung offers in this book a comprehensive look at Judaism's incredible past and its multi-dimensional present -- specifically addressing its relationship to Christianity, and the problems and opportunities for Judaism in the post-modern world. Critical yet sympathetic, Kung writes as a thoroughly Christian theologian, yet as one who is committed to partnership and dialogue. Highly recommended for any serious reader who wants a glimpse into the vast treasures of the Jewish faith.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excelent way to introduce to other religions., December 28, 2007

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This review is from: Judaism: Between Yesterday and Tomorrow (Paperback)

This is the kind of book that open our minds to other ways of behavior and let us undertand the way of thinking of other religions. It is not a matter the religion you have, you can find answers to many questions from your own perspertive with independece of wath you belive. I'm cristhian, but it let me undertand the Jews.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding look inside Judiasm from a Christian perspective, February 7, 2010

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This review is from: Judaism: Between Yesterday and Tomorrow (Paperback)

Hans Kung is a historian that is skilled in separating fact from fiction or theology. His volume on Christianity and Islam are some of the best books I have read, but his book on Judaism comes with a distinctive Christian perspective. It is still very much worth reading.