A Popular Dictionary of Judaism by Lavinia Cohn-Sherbok, Dan Cohn-Sherbok

This concise dictionary contains over a thousand entries describing all the key aspects of Jewish religion, culture, and history. Entries range from "Aaron" to "Zugot" via "Abolition," "Cherub," "Documentary Hypothesis," "Euthanasia," and many other interesting and essential topics. This book is not only a reference tool for those who want to know more about the tradition but also a practical guide to the current Jewish interpretation of topics of universal interest. Designed for the student as well as the general reader, it deserves a place in every library and every Jewish home.