One cannot think of Judaism without taking some stance relating to Israel's special status, its election.
The present collection highlights the challenges that Judaism faces, as it continues to uphold a sense of chosenness and as it seeks to engage the world beyond it--nations, as well as religions.
The challenge is captured by the dual implication of election: divine love on the one hand and enmity with others on the other.
Israel's election, mission and vocation are played out within this t.
Election | Divine love on the one hand and enmity with others on the other |
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