<p>Compiled by two internationally renowned experts and with over 600 wide-ranging and informative entries <em>The Routledge Dictionary of Judaism </em>provides the reader with an invaluable reference aid to all areas of the religion. Topics covered include:<br>*The religion's forms and history<br>*Its institutions religious practices and life cycle rites <br>*Key texts and people symbols and holy days<br>*An understanding of theological terms doctrine and philosophy.</p>