The Encyclopedia of Jewish Symbols

by Ellen Frankel, Betsy Patkin Teutsch, Betsy Platkin Teutsch

Book Overview

The Encyclopedia of Jewish Symbols contains more than 250 definitions and descriptions for ceremonial objects and images, personalities, places, concepts, motifs, and events_all representing central Jewish ideas that continue to play a meaningful role in defining Jewish experience today.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0876685947
• ISBN13: 9780876685945
• Release Date: August 1992
• Publisher: Jason Aronson
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.2" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Easy to Read

Book is a reference book, arranged alphabetically. It explains many Jewish symbols and give the word in both English and Hebrew.

Everything You Could Ask About Jewish Symbols

As a crafter, particularly in needlework and quilting, I have found this book indispensable. I can find symbols for all kinds of concepts, and can also research what something I've seen on religious artwork and ornamentation. It really is a treasure.