Publicado por Forgotten Books, 2024
ISBN 10: 1331335663 ISBN 13: 9781331335665
Librería: Forgotten Books, London, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the historical and religious treatment of mental disability in Jewish communities from biblical times to the present day. The author analyzes the legal and religious status of people with mental disabilities, as well as the ideas and beliefs that have shaped their treatment throughout history. The book draws on a rich body of Jewish literature, including religious texts, legal codes, and rabbinical commentaries, to provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject. The author argues that the treatment of people with mental disabilities has been shaped by a complex interplay of religious, social, and cultural factors. While the Jewish tradition has emphasized the importance of compassion and care for the vulnerable, it has also been influenced by beliefs about the causes of disability and the role of individuals in society. The book traces how these ideas have changed over time and how they have affected the lives of people with mental disabilities. Ultimately, this book offers a nuanced and thought-provoking look at a complex and often overlooked aspect of Jewish history. It provides a valuable resource for scholars interested in the history of disability, Jewish studies, and the intersection of religion and society. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Publicado por Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1331335663 ISBN 13: 9781331335665
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