In this accessible and insightful introduction, author Ephraim Levine provides a comprehensive overview of the religion of Judaism. From its origins to the present day, Levine traces the evolution of Jewish theology, ritual practice, and culture. Whether you are a student of religion or simply interested in learning more about Jewish belief and practice, this book offers a wealth of knowledge and perspective. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.