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The Philosophy of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik: A Conciliatory Perspective. Reflections on His Late Thought

The Philosophy of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik: A Conciliatory Perspective. Reflections on His Late Thought

Hardcover

Series: Emunot: Jewish Philosophy and Kabbalah

Religion General JudaismGeneral Political Science

ISBN13: 9798897830336
Publisher: Academic Studies Press
Published: Nov 25 2025
Pages: 280
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Dov Schwartz's The Philosophy of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik: A Conciliatory Perspective. Reflections on His Late Thought explores the later thought of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik (1903-1993), focusing on his writings from the 1960s onward. It shows how Rav Soloveitchik modulated his earlier themes of existential loneliness, shifting toward communal engagement and integrating diverse philosophical influences. Based largely on posthumously published works, it reveals his evolving views on theology, Halakhah, and modernity. Schwartz methodically traces the Rav's intellectual search --from Kant and Kierkegaard to Jewish mysticism--emphasizing his integrative approach in later years. This volume offers a systematic study of Soloveitchik's mature philosophy, highlighting its relevance to the contemporary Jewish philosophical discourse.

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