"Judaism is often called the religion of reason. It is this, but it is also the religion of the soul. It recognises the value of that mystic insight, those indefinable intuitions which, taking up the task at the point where the mind impotently abandons it, carries us straight into the presence of the King."
Israel Abrahams was one of the most distinguished Jewish scholars of his time. In this volume he attempted to take up a few of the most characteristic points in Jewish doctrine and practice, and to explain the various phases through which they have passed, since the first centuries of the Christian era.
It is here followed by "Chapters on Jewish Literature", a work which has been compiled with the definite aim of providing an elementary manual designed for those who may wish to master some of the leading characteristics of the subject, without burdening themselves with too many details and dates.
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Israel Abrahams (1858-1925) was a British-Jewish scholar and writer who made significant contributions to the fields of Jewish studies and folklore. Abrahams was born in London, England, and educated at University College London and Cambridge University, where he studied Semitic languages and literature. Abrahams's work was characterized by his deep knowledge of Jewish traditions and his ability to convey their richness and complexity to a wider audience. He wrote extensively on topics such as Jewish liturgy, folklore, and customs, as well as on the history of the Jewish people. His most famous work, "The Book of Delight and Other Papers," is a collection of essays that explore various aspects of Jewish life and culture, from the significance of the Sabbath to the history of Jewish art. In addition to his scholarly work, Abrahams was also active in the Jewish community in London, serving as a teacher and leader in various organizations. He was known for his commitment to promoting Jewish culture and traditions, and his work helped to inspire a renewed interest in Jewish folklore and customs among Jews in England and beyond.