Routledge Jewish Blood: Reality and Metaphor in History, Religion, Culture

This scholarly work examines the Jewish engagement with blood across religious, historical and cultural contexts, moving beyond traditional polemical debates to explore how blood functions within Jewish identity, ritual and practice. Written by leading scholars in Jewish studies, the book presents diverse perspectives spanning ancient Israel through contemporary America, covering biblical, Talmudic, medieval and modern periods. The volume integrates contributions from experts studying blood's significance in Judaism, offering readers a comprehensive analysis of both literal and metaphorical dimensions of this complex subject. Part of the Routledge Jewish Studies Series, it provides academic depth suitable for students, scholars and readers seeking nuanced understanding of blood's role in Jewish history and culture.