Covenantal Conversations

by Jodock, Darrell

• ISBN13: 9780800662752
• ISBN10: 080066275X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-04-01
• Publisher: Fortress Pr

Summary

This useful volume, edited by noted theologian Darrell Jodock and including leading thinkers both Christian and Jewish, explores the shared theological framework, special historical relationship, and post-Holocaust developments and current trouble spots that situate the Jewish-Christian relationship today. Covenantal Conversations is a special gift to students, scholars, and Christians of all descriptions who wish to understand the vital link and special promise that Jews and Christians share.

Table of Contents

Contributors	p. ix
Introduction	p. 1
Judaism Then and Now	p. 9
Covenants Old and New	p. 26
Law and Gospel	p. 42
Promise and Fulfillment	p. 61
Difficult Texts: Interpreting New Testament Images of Jews and Judaism	p. 76
Jewish Concern for the Land of Israel
"Go from Your Country...": Understanding Jewish Devotion to the Land	p. 91
"Above My Highest Joy": Understanding Jewish Devotion to Israel	p. 99
Healing the World and Mending the Soul: Understanding Tikkun Olam	p. 114
Christians and Jews in the Context of World Religions	p. 129
Case Study: The Arab-Israeli-Palestinian Conflict	p. 147
Talking Points: Topics in Christian-Jewish Relations	p. 177
Notes	p. 196
Index	p. 219
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