Ageing in Medieval Jewish Culture
Book • 2022
Elisha Russ-Fishbane's "Ageing in Medieval Jewish Culture" offers a comprehensive exploration of how aging was perceived and experienced within medieval Jewish communities.
The book examines the social, religious, and cultural aspects of aging, drawing upon a wide range of primary sources such as legal texts, literary works, and personal accounts.
It sheds light on the roles and responsibilities of older individuals within their families and communities, as well as the challenges and opportunities they faced.
The book also explores the changing attitudes towards aging over time, reflecting the broader societal shifts that occurred during the medieval period.
It provides a valuable contribution to the understanding of aging in a historical context, offering insights into the complexities of human experience across different cultures and time periods.
The book is a significant addition to the field of medieval Jewish studies.
The book examines the social, religious, and cultural aspects of aging, drawing upon a wide range of primary sources such as legal texts, literary works, and personal accounts.
It sheds light on the roles and responsibilities of older individuals within their families and communities, as well as the challenges and opportunities they faced.
The book also explores the changing attitudes towards aging over time, reflecting the broader societal shifts that occurred during the medieval period.
It provides a valuable contribution to the understanding of aging in a historical context, offering insights into the complexities of human experience across different cultures and time periods.
The book is a significant addition to the field of medieval Jewish studies.
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