Selected Essays by Ahad Ha 'Am

By Ahad Ha'am

Book Overview

""Selected Essays by Ahad Ha'Am"" is a collection of essays written by the prominent Jewish philosopher and thinker, Ahad Ha'Am. The book is a compilation of some of his most influential writings on Jewish culture, Zionism, and the modern Jewish identity. Ha'Am was a leading figure in the intellectual and cultural revival of Jewish life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his essays are considered seminal works in the field of Jewish thought. The essays in this book cover a wide range of topics, including the role of the Jewish people in the world, the importance of Hebrew language and literature, and the challenges facing the Jewish community in the modern era. The book provides a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the most important Jewish thinkers of the modern era and is essential reading for anyone interested in Jewish culture, history, and philosophy.1912. Writings from Asher Ginsberg who became the central figure in the movement for Cultural or Spiritual Zionism. Although raised in a Hasidic family, Ahad Ha�������am was soon exposed to secular studies. The impact of modern philosophy and the sciences led him to abandon his religious faith and observance. Nonetheless he remained deeply committed to the Jewish people. It was his attempt to find a synthesis between Judaism and European philosophy. The essays included in this volume will give the reader an adequate idea of the author�������s attitude on Jewish questions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116277553X
• ISBN13: 9781162775531
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"