Irreconcilable Differences: A Learning Resource for Jews and Christians

Written by Jewish and Christian educators, this text for use in college courses explores basic questions that lie at the core of both traditions and that can serve as a bridge for understanding. Questions touch on readings of the Bible, whether Jews and Christians worship the same God, Jewish and Christian ethics, and what Jews and Christians believe about salvation and life after death. Each chapter includes discussion questions. This text is a companion to Christianity in Jewish Terms . Sandmel has served as the Jewish Scholar at the Institute for Christian and Jewish Studies. He is co-editor of Christianity in Jewish Terms . Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)