A Prophet for Our Time: An Anthology of the Writings of Rabbi Marc H. Tannenbaum

by Judith H. Banki, Eugene J. Fisher

Overview

Rabbi, writer, teacher, activist, and organizer, Marc H. Tanenbaum was for more than three generations at the center of the struggle for religious understanding and human rights. As a pioneer in ecumenical dialogue, Tanenbaum left an inedible mark on many communities of faith.This rich collection of Tanenbaum's most influential writings underscores his contributions to civil and human rights, international affairs and-above all-the development of Jewish-Christian understanding and mutual respect. Special features of this book include a biographical essay and introductions to the major issues and the essays.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780823222308
Publisher:	Fordham University Press
Publication date:	01/01/2002
Edition description:	1
Pages:	376
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Judith H. Banki is Director of Special Programs for Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding. Eugene J. Fisher is Executive Secretary of the Secretariat for Catholic-Jewish Relations of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops

Also Known As:

The Purple ParrotsTim KochAntônio Lopes de Amorim DinizDJ KniggeScott B.Scott Bradshaw

Editorial Reviews

Provides a unique insight into the transformation of Jewish-Christian relations in modern times. The editors have done a great service….I commend it warmly.”——Edward Kessler, Director of the Centre for Jewish-Christians Relations, Cambridge University

From the Publisher

Provides a unique insight into the transformation of Jewish-Christian relations in modern times. The editors have done a great service….I commend it warmly.

Director of the Centre for Jewish-Christians Relations, Cambridge University - Edward Kessler