The Encyclopedia of Jewish Symbols

Ellen Frankel author Betsy Patkin Teutsch author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Jason Aronson Publishers

Published:1st Nov '95

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Jewish symbols reflect the interaction of word and image within Jewish culture. Jews have always studied, interpreted, and revered sacred texts; they have also adorned the settings and occasions of sacred acts. Calligraphy and ornamentation have transformed Hebrew letters into art; quotation, interpretation, legend, and wordplay have made ceremonial objects into narrative. This book represents just such a collaboration between art and language. Ellen Frankel and Betsy Platkin Teutsch, writer and artist, have brought their extensive knowledge and talents together to create The Encyclopedia of Jewish Symbols, the first reference guide of its kind, designed for use by educators, artists, rabbis, folklorists, feminists, Jewish and non-Jewish scholars, and lay readers.

ISBN: 9781568217420

Dimensions: 230mm x 158mm x 21mm

Weight: 395g

262 pages