Judah L. Magnes An American Jewish Nonconformist |
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| Author:
| Kotzin, Daniel P. |
| Series title: | Modern Jewish History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8156-3216-0 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2010 |
| Publisher: | Syracuse University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $49.95 |
Book Description:
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A biography of Judah L. Magnes, an American Reform rabbi, Jewish community leader, and active pacifist during World War I who helped found and served as first chancellor of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He brought American ideals to Palestine, and his unique conception of Zionism shaped Jewish public life in Palestine, influencing both the development of the Hebrew University and Zionist policy toward Arabs.
A biography of Judah L. Magnes, an American Reform rabbi, Jewish community leader, and active pacifist during World War I who helped found and served as first chancellor of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He brought American ideals to Palestine, and his unique conception of Zionism shaped Jewish public life in Palestine, influencing both the development of the Hebrew University and Zionist policy toward Arabs.