The cultural identity and the assimilation of the Jewish Community in the Global Cities

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   21 pages
Document abstract : « 29%), the Liberal (15%) and the Orthodox (5%). The among French Jews by various kinds of Jewish practice Endogamous out 39 5 Regularly light Shabbat candles 64 ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Description and abstract.. General introduction.. Literature review.. The concepts of assimilation, pluralism, acculturation and ethnic retention.. The communitarian tradition.. Presentation of the communities in study.. The Jewish community of...»

Comparing the Jewish experience in Western Europe and the United States in the modern era

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : « traditions (respect of the misvot, the Shabbat and the distinctive dress of the fervently orthodox Hasidic Jews the resurgence of the French Jewish community is ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The American and French Jewish communities.. The reconstitution and the affirmation of the Jewish community in public space.. The need for community organizations in order to structure the community and defend its...»

Myths of origin: Their role in religion and society

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Presentation   |   01/27/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « remains an issue amongst observant Orthodox today To participate in the rituals of Shabbat, therefore, is Yet Glaser (a Jewish Christian theologian) argues [1998 ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Hebrew Bible/Old Testament creation myth.. Unity versus 'disunity'.. Explanation versus paradox.. Oppression versus liberation.. The New Testament creation myths.. Their role in religion.. Their role in...»

Religious disaffiliation and the transformation of bodily practices

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Presentation   |   12/04/2008   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : « as to outsiders as members of a particular Jewish community like, I lived in Boro Park (an ultra-Orthodox section of home when I used to go out on Shabbat, so I ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The numerous ways religion is inscribed on the body. . Sociologists and anthropologists of religion.. The body, identity and religious ritual.. The relationship between body and self-perception.. Individuals converting into a new...»

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