Experiencing the Hebrew Bible

Leading scholars from diverse fields explore the importance of the Hebrew Bible for
Jewish history, culture, and identity.
The Hebrew Bible has been and continues to be at the heart of Judaism. As this volume explores its significance throughout the ages, it focuses both on the textual history and on its lived experience. The articles deal with aspects of textual criticism, translation, the history of reception, and modern references to the Hebrew Bible. They span a historical period from antiquity to the present day. Leading scholars from various disciplines use diverse approaches to highlight the Hebrew Bible’s multifacetedness and its continuous importance for Jews around the world.