Leora Batnitzky Knihy

The book explores the philosophical connections between Leo Strauss and Emmanuel Levinas, two influential Jewish thinkers of the twentieth century. Despite their differing intellectual legacies—Strauss's impact on political theory and Levinas's influence in the humanities—Leora Batnitzky highlights their shared philosophical roots and formal parallels. This comparison not only enhances the understanding of each philosopher but also prompts critical reflections on the definitions of religion, revealing how religion intersects with both philosophy and politics in contemporary discourse.

Is Judaism a religion, a culture, a nationality - or a mixture of all of these? This title tells the story of how Judaism came to be defined as a religion in the modern period - and why Jewish thinkers have fought as well as championed this idea.

Franz Rosenzweig's philosophical contributions, pivotal to Jewish thought in the twentieth century, are explored through his innovative approach to German-Jewish ethical monotheism. Leora Batnitzky highlights how Rosenzweig's ideas not only predate but also confront modern developments in various fields, including religious studies, ethics, and theology. This examination reveals the depth and relevance of Rosenzweig's thought in contemporary discourse, emphasizing its significance in understanding both Jewish philosophy and broader philosophical debates.

Exploring the connections between two seemingly disparate contemporaries, the book reveals the surprising parallels in their projects. Through an in-depth analysis, it highlights how their ideas intersect and influence each other, offering fresh insights into their contributions and the broader context of their work. This examination not only enriches the understanding of each figure but also invites readers to reconsider the boundaries of their respective fields.

The Book of Job has held a central role in defining the project of modernity from the age of Enlightenment until today. The Book of Job: Aesthetics, Ethics and Hermeneutics offers new perspectives on the ways in which Job's response to disaster has become an aesthetic and ethical touchstone for modern reflections on catastrophic events. This volume begins with an exploration of questions such as the tragic and ironic bent of the Book of Job, Job as mourner, and theJoban body in pain, and ends with a consideration of Joban works by notable writers - from Melville and Kafka, through Joseph Roth, Zach, Levin, and Philip Roth.