Nachman Krochmal

Guiding the Perplexed of the Modern Age

By Jay Harris
Published: 1991
Open Access Since: 2016
Paperback ISBN: 9780814735084
Consumer eBook ISBN: 9780814773147
Library eBook ISBN: 9780814744758
Number of pages: 352 pages

"A well-organized and engaging read."
Religious Studies Review
The first in-depth look at...an important nineteenth century Jewish thinker and historian. Well-written [and] well- researched."
The Jerusalem Post Magazine
"A significant contribution to our understanding of the rise of modern Judaism in its East European manifestation."
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Harris examines Nachman Krochmal's work, particularly as it aimed to guide Jews through the modern revolution in metaphysical and historical thinking, thus enabling them to commit themselves to Judaism without sacrificing intellectual integrity.

Contributor Bios

Jay M. Harris is Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies at Harvard University.
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