American Jewish identity has changed significantly over the course of the past half century. During this time; Irving Greenberg developed a unique theology that anticipated David Hollinger's notion of postethnicity and represents a compelling understanding of contemporary American Jewish identity. Greenberg's covenantal theology and image of God idea combine into what Kleinberg refers to as Hybrid Judaism. Central to Greenberg's theology is recognition of the transformative power of encounter in an open society; heavily influenced by his own encounters across Jewish denominational boundaries and through his participation in the Christian-Jewish dialogue movement. Presented here for the first time; Greenberg's theology of Hybrid Judaism has great relevance for our understanding of American Jewish identity in the twenty-first century.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Sharon A. HillThis book was sent to a family member who used for a class.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. What a terrific book! It presents a series of lectures that ...By John LWhat a terrific book! It presents a series of lectures that von Harnack gave to Lutheran seminary students in the 19th century. It is well written and full of insight. One of the most accessible theological books I've ever read.5 of 7 people found the following review helpful. An Important BookBy Thomas E. JohnsonAdolf von Harnack is probably the pre-eminent historian of the evolution of Christian doctrine of all time. For those who are unable to read his 7 volume History of Dogma; this book will acquaint you with some of Harnack's ideas and opinions. It is well worth the time to read this book if you are at all interested in Christianity.
