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Justice in the City:An Argument from the Sources of Rabbinic Judaism (HC, 2012)
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- ISBN
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Academic Studies Press
ISBN-10
1936235641
ISBN-13
9781936235643
eBay Product ID (ePID)
108253677
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
160 Pages
Publication Name
Justice in the City : an Argument from the Sources of Rabbinic Judaism
Language
English
Subject
Ethics, Judaism / Talmud, Individual Philosophers, Religious, Poverty & Homelessness
Publication Year
2012
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Religion, Philosophy, Social Science
Series
New Perspectives in Post-Rabbinic Judaism Ser.
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Weight
29 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
2011-278407
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"This is an extremely important, interesting and creative porject. Nothing like it really exists. Here is someone who combinex erudition in the classical literature of Judaism (especially the Baylonian Talmud) with his passion for social justice, both as an activist and as someone who thinks in highly sophisticated terms about hte tradition of political philosophy and of social theory inspired by religious traditions."-Charlotte Fonrobert, Taube Cenber for Jewish Studies, Stanford University, Rabbi Aryeh Cohen's book Justice in the City is a...compelling, easy-to-read discussion of how rabbinic texts, primarily the Babylonian Talmud, lay out a vision of justice....Every interaction that we have is part of a network of interactions...Cohen continues to expand these interactions and define them, ultimately leaving us with a balanced, coherent, and workable way to view our ties to others and to develop our notions of community in the framework of a world where we will never meet many or most of its inhabitants, and yet must feel some responsibility for them nevertheless., In a deft exegetical stroke, Cohen turns the rabbis' idea of ''accompaniment'' into a metaphor for civic obligation-the space between, on the one hand, the coercive power of the state, and, on the other, the callousness of inconsiderate (and illusory) individualism. In this conception, justice in the city is the accompaniment of strangers., Voluntary giving and voluntary organizations are great. But...what if charity-giving out of love or noblesse oblige or religious commitment-doesn't go far enough? To understand what's wrong with the voluntary model, I suggest reading the recent book Justice in the City by the scholar and activist Aryeh Cohen., Ours is an age that aches for justice. Growing disparities of wealth, continuing marginalization of people by ethnicity, faith, gender, and ability, propensity to use violence and power to impose control-these and other blights assault our ability to thrive as human beings on this planet. Fortunately, we have a consummate academic, passionate prophet, and wise sage in Aryeh Cohen, who musters the resources of Jewish tradition as tools for clearer analysis and effective engagement. This is a great book by a master scholar and community activist., "Voluntary giving and voluntary organizations are great. But...what if charity-giving out of love or noblesse oblige or religious commitment-doesn't go far enough? To understand what's wrong with the voluntary model, I suggest reading the recent book Justice in the City by the scholar and activist Aryeh Cohen."-Gershom Gorenberg, Daily Beast, This is an extremely important, interesting and creative project. Nothing like it really exists. Here is someone who combines erudition in the classical literature of Judaism (especially the Baylonian Talmud) with his passion for social justice, both as an activist and as someone who thinks in highly sophisticated terms about the tradition of political philosophy and of social theory inspired by religious traditions., Rabbi Aryeh Cohen's book Justice in the City is a. . .compelling, easy-to-read discussion of how rabbinic texts, primarily the Babylonian Talmud, lay out a vision of justice. . . . Every interaction that we have is part of a network of interactions. . . .Cohen continues to expand these interactions and define them, ultimately leaving us with a balanced, coherent, and workable way to view our ties to others and to develop our notions of community in the framework of a world where we will never meet many or most of its inhabitants, and yet must feel some responsibility for them nevertheless., "This is an extremely important, interesting and creative project. Nothing like it really exists. Here is someone who combines erudition in the classical literature of Judaism (especially the Babylonian Talmud) with his passion for social justice, both as an activist and as someone who thinks in highly sophisticated terms about the tradition of political philosophy and of social theory inspired by religious traditions." --Charlotte Fonrobert, Taube Center for Jewish Studies, Stanford University, Ours is an age that aches for justice. Growing disparities of wealth, continuing marginalization of people by ethnicity, faith, gender, and ability, propensity to use violence and power to impose control--these and other blights assault our ability to thrive as human beings on this planet. Fortunately, we have a consummate academic, passionate prpohet, and wise sage in Aryeh Cohen, who musters the resources of Jewish tradition as tools for clearer analysis and effective engaement. This is a great book by a mater scholar and community activist., This is an extremely important, interesting and creative porject. Nothing like it really exists. Here is someone who combinex erudition in the classical literature of Judaism (especially the Baylonian Talmud) with his passion for social justice, both as an activist and as someone who thinks in highly sophisticated terms about hte tradition of political philosophy and of social theory inspired by religious traditions., "Ours is an age that aches for justice. Growing disparities of wealth, continuing marginalization of people by ethnicity, faith, gender, and ability, propensity to use violence and power to impose control--these and other blights assault our ability to thrive as human beings on this planet. Fortunately, we have a consummate academic, passionate prpohet, and wise sage in Aryeh Cohen, who musters the resources of Jewish tradition as tools for clearer analysis and effective engaement. This is a great book by a mater scholar and community activist."--Tabbi Bardley Shavit Artson, Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies, American Jewish University, Voluntary giving and voluntary organizations are great. But. . .what if charity-giving out of love or noblesse oblige or religious commitment-doesn't go far enough? To understand what's wrong with the voluntary model, I suggest reading the recent book Justice in the City by the scholar and activist Aryeh Cohen., In a deft exegetical stroke, Cohen turns the rabbis' idea of 'accompaniment' into a metaphor for civic obligation-the space between, on the one hand, the coercive power of the state, and, on the other, the callousness of inconsiderate (and illusory) individualism. In this conception, justice in the city is the accompaniment of strangers.
Dewey Decimal
296.36
Synopsis
Justice in the City argues, based on the rabbinic textual tradition, especially the Babylonian Talmud, and utilizing French Jewish philosopher Emmanuel Levinas' framework of interpersonal ethics, that a just city should be a community of obligation. That is, in a community thus conceived, the privilege of citizenship is the assumption of the obligations of the city towards Others who are not always in view-workers, the poor, the homeless. These Others form a constitutive part of the city. The second part of the book is a close analysis of homelessness, labor, and restorative justice from within the theory that was developed. This title will be useful for scholars and students in Jewish studies, especially rabbinic literature and Jewish thought, but also for those interested in contemporary urban issues., Justice in the City argues, based on the rabbinic textual tradition, especially the Babylonian Talmud, and utilizing French Jewish philosopher Emmanuel Levinas' framework of interpersonal ethics, that a just city should be a community of obligation. That is, in a community thus conceived, the privilege of citizenship is the assumption of the obligations of the city towards Others who are not always in view--workers, the poor, the homeless. These Others form a constitutive part of the city. The second part of the book is a close analysis of homelessness, labor, and restorative justice from within the theory that was developed. This title will be useful for scholars and students in Jewish studies, especially rabbinic literature and Jewish thought, but also for those interested in contemporary urban issues., Argues, based on the Rabbinic textual tradition, especially the Babylonian Talmud, and utilising French Jewish philosopher Emmanuel Levinas' framework of interpersonal ethics, that a just city should be a community of obligation. That is, in a community thus conceived, the privilege of citizenship is the assumption of the obligations of the city towards Others who are not always in view.
LC Classification Number
BJ1285.2
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- _***k (245)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAbsolutely a great purchase experience. Excellent quality item in condition as described or better. An excellent value. Also, fast shipping, and very well-packaged. Communicative and courteous seller. Couldn’t be happier!!
- 7***a (662)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe seller was very responsive, friendly and helpful. The overseas delivery went very smoothly and the book was beautifully packed. The item was exactly as described and I am very pleased with it. Thanks very much to an excellent trustworthy seller.Dragonflies by Philip Corbet (HC, 1960) (#306039537754)
- e***n (1180)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThe only dealer who was able to confirm that a CD included in the book was still present. Copy in near mint condition and packed well ( not thrown into a flimsy bubble bag). Very positive transaction!