The Philosophy of Joseph B. Soloveitchik
Title | The Philosophy of Joseph B. Soloveitchik PDF eBook |
Author | Heshey Zelcer |
Publisher | Routledge |
Total Pages | 294 |
Release | 2021-03-30 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1000368777 |
Providing a concise but comprehensive overview of Joseph B. Soloveitchik’s larger philosophical program, this book studies one of the most important modern Orthodox Jewish thinkers. It incorporates much relevant biographical, philosophical, religious, legal, and historical background so that the content and difficult philosophical concepts are easily accessible. The volume describes his view of Jewish law (Halakhah) and how he takes the view to answer the fundamental question of Jewish philosophy, the question of the "reasons" for the commandments. It shows how numerous of his disparate books, essays, and lectures on law, specific commandments, and Jewish religious phenomenology, can be woven together to form an elegant philosophical program. It also provides an analysis and summary of Soloveitchik’s views on Zionism and on interreligious dialogue and the contexts for Soloveitchik’s respective stances on two issues that were pressing in his role as a leader of a major branch of post-war Orthodox Judaism. The book provides a synoptic overview of the philosophical works of Joseph B. Soloveitchik. It will be of interest to historians and scholars studying neo-Kantian philosophy, Jewish thought and philosophy of religion.
The Philosophy of Joseph B. Soloveitchik
Title | The Philosophy of Joseph B. Soloveitchik PDF eBook |
Author | Heshey Zelcer |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | |
Release | 2021 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780367698959 |
"Providing a concise but comprehensive overview of Joseph B. Soloveitchik's larger philosophical program, this book studies one of the most important modern Orthodox Jewish thinkers. It incorporates much relevant biographical, philosophical, religious, legal, and historical background so that the content and difficult philosophical concepts are easily accessible. The volume describes his view of Jewish law (Halakhah) and how he answers the fundamental question of Jewish philosophy, namely the "reasons" for the commandments. It shows how many of his disparate books, essays, and lectures on law, specific commandments, and Jewish religious phenomenology, can be woven together to form an elegant philosophical program. It also provides an analysis and summary of Soloveitchik's views on Zionism and on interreligious dialogue and the contexts for Soloveitchik's respective stances on issues that were pressing in his role as a leader of a major branch of post-war Orthodox Judaism. The book provides a synoptic overview of the philosophical works of Joseph B. Soloveitchik. It will be of interest to historians and scholars studying neo-Kantian philosophy, Jewish thought and philosophy of religion"--.
The Philosophy of Joseph B. Soloveitchik
Title | The Philosophy of Joseph B. Soloveitchik PDF eBook |
Author | Heshey Zelcer |
Publisher | Routledge |
Total Pages | 271 |
Release | 2021-03-29 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1000368734 |
Providing a concise but comprehensive overview of Joseph B. Soloveitchik’s larger philosophical program, this book studies one of the most important modern Orthodox Jewish thinkers. It incorporates much relevant biographical, philosophical, religious, legal, and historical background so that the content and difficult philosophical concepts are easily accessible. The volume describes his view of Jewish law (Halakhah) and how he answers the fundamental question of Jewish philosophy, namely, the “reasons” for the commandments. It shows how many of his disparate books, essays, and lectures on law, specific commandments, and Jewish religious phenomenology can be woven together to form an elegant philosophical program. It also provides an analysis and summary of Soloveitchik’s views on Zionism and on interreligious dialogue and the contexts for Soloveitchik’s respective stances on issues that were pressing in his role as a leader of a major branch of post-war Orthodox Judaism. The book provides a synoptic overview of the philosophical works of Joseph B. Soloveitchik. It will be of interest to historians and scholars studying neo-Kantian philosophy, Jewish thought, and philosophy of religion.
Exploring the Thought of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik
Title | Exploring the Thought of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik PDF eBook |
Author | Marc Angel |
Publisher | KTAV Publishing House, Inc. |
Total Pages | 384 |
Release | 1997 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 9780881255782 |
His contributions have inspired his many students and others to revisit his writings and lectures in order to better fathom his work. This collection of essays provides a panoramic view of the many vital subjects on which he held forth, and thus is a superb introduction to the work of this remarkable figure.
Religion Or Halakha
Title | Religion Or Halakha PDF eBook |
Author | Dov Shṿarts |
Publisher | BRILL |
Total Pages | 385 |
Release | 2007 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9004157662 |
This book focuses on the first stages of Soloveitchik's philosophy, through a systematic and detailed discussion of his essay Halakhic Man. Schwartz successfully exposes hidden layers in Halakhic Man, which may not be immediately evident.
Majesty and Humility
Title | Majesty and Humility PDF eBook |
Author | Reuven Ziegler |
Publisher | Urim Publications |
Total Pages | 432 |
Release | 2017-07-17 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9655242579 |
Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik was not only one of the outstanding Talmudists and religious leaders of the 20th century, but also one of its most creative and seminal Jewish thinkers. This comprehensive study of Rabbi Soloveitchik's religious philosophy offers a broad perspective and balanced understanding of his work. By interpreting and analyzing both individual essays and overarching themes in an accessible and engaging manner, it uncovers the depth, majesty, and fascination of his thought.
The Last Rabbi
Title | The Last Rabbi PDF eBook |
Author | William Kolbrener |
Publisher | Indiana University Press |
Total Pages | 246 |
Release | 2016-09-19 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0253022320 |
Joseph Soloveitchik (1903–1993) was a major American Orthodox rabbi, Talmudist, philosopher, and theologian. In this new work, William Kolbrener takes on Soloveitchik’s controversial legacy and shows how he was torn between the traditionalist demands of his European ancestors and the trajectory of his own radical and often pluralist philosophy. A portrait of this self-professed "lonely man of faith" reveals him to be a reluctant modern who responds to the catastrophic trauma of personal and historical loss by underwriting an idiosyncratic, highly conservative conception of law that is distinct from his Talmudic predecessors, and also paves the way for a return to tradition that hinges on the ethical embrace of multiplicity. As Kolbrener melds these contradictions, he presents Soloveitchik as a good deal more complicated and conflicted than others have suggested. The Last Rabbi affords new perspective on the thought of this major Jewish philosopher and his ideas on the nature of religious authority, knowledge, and pluralism.