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Selected Reference Materials in Jewish Studies

Encyclopedia Judaica
Premier reference work on Jewish religion, culture and history.
Oxford Concise Companion to the Jewish Religion
Covers every aspect of Jewish belief and practice, both ancient and modern.
Encyclopedia of Modern Jewish Culture
American Jewish Yearbook
Information and analysis about the American Jewish community, Jewish demography, Jewish history, and Jewish life worldwide.
Encyclopedia of Jews in the Islamic World

Last Updated: Jan 4, 2024 11:21 AM
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Subjects: Jewish Studies, Middle Eastern Studies, Religion

Tags: hebrew, israel, jewish, jews, judaism