Judaism and Violence
A Historical Analysis with Insights from Social Psychology

This Element provides an insightful analysis of Judaism and violence, with special attention given to Zionism and the Middle East conflict.

Robert Eisen (Author)

9781108940672, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 7 October 2021

75 pages
17.7 x 12.6 x 0.6 cm, 0.1 kg

This Element explores the potential in Judaism to incite Jews to engage in violence against non-Jews. The analysis proceeds in historical fashion, with sections devoted to the Hebrew Bible, rabbinic Judaism, medieval and early modern Judaism, and modern Zionism. The last topic is given special attention because of its relevance to the current Middle East conflict. This Element also draws on insights from social psychology to explain Jewish violence - particularly Social Identity Theory.

1. Introduction
2. The Hebrew Bible
3. Rabbinic Judaism
4. Medieval and Early Modern Judaism
5. Modern Zionism
6. Conclusions
Bibliography.

Subject Areas: Violence in society [JFFE], Religious issues & debates [HRAM], Religion: general [HRA], Religion & beliefs [HR]