Find out what kosher food is and what special foods are eaten on holy days. See traditional items used in Jewish festivals, from the menorah to dreidels. Discover what life was like for Jewish people throughout history. Discusses the historical origins, teachings, practices, persecution, spread, and challenges of Judaism. Explore the history, faith, and traditions of the Jews in this stunning guide to Judaism, past and present. Fascinating works of art, historical objects, and contemporary photographs, together with a clear account of the history of the Jewish people, combine to present a dramatic "eyewitness" view of this ancient religion.

"Discover the history, faith, and culture that have shaped the modern Jewish world"--cover.

Being Jewish -- How it began -- The Promised land -- The First kings -- New rulers -- Roman rule -- The Middle ages -- Life in the diaspora -- The Pogroms -- Zionism -- A New nightmare -- The Holocaust -- The Aftermath -- The Synagogue -- Prayer -- Sacred books -- Writings -- Values -- Kosher food -- The Faces of Judaism -- Symbols and language -- The Jewish lifetime -- High holy days -- Festivals -- Jewish contribution -- People and places in the Bible -- The Jewish calendar -- Find out more -- Glossary -- Index.