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"This book is a profound, visionary, generous, and exhilarating vision of Jewish tradition and identity."
--Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury Emeritus

"I cannot think of a finer and more comprehensive way of meeting the challenge of attaining a fuller appreciation of postbiblical Judaism."
--Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzabala, Jerusalem

"A discerning, in-depth, and clear description of Judaism past and present, together with an attractive vision for its future."
--David F. Ford, University of Cambridge (emeritus)

"With a powerful vision, a truly impressive breadth of scholarly and theological learning, and a largeness of heart, Goshen-Gottstein guides the reader through every aspect of traditional Jewish life and thought."
--Norman Fischer, former abbot, San Francisco Zen Center; founder and teacher, Everyday Zen Foundation

"A welcome addition to the library of contemporary religious thought."
--Arnold Eisen, Jewish Theological Seminary of America

"This is Jewish 'systematic theology, ' or 'faith/emunah seeking understanding, ' at its deepest and highest levels."
--Christophe Chalamet, University of Geneva

"A massive achievement--born from a lifetime of learning and spiritual devotion. Jewish and Christian readers alike will greatly benefit from it."
--Michael Fishbane, University of Chicago (emeritus)

"A God-centered approach to Jewish spirituality that is both descriptive and constructive."
--Anant Rambachan, St. Olaf's College

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