Theology is a source for political ideas and their implementation since God is described as a ruler and authorizer of social entities. The public playing out of theology is found in liturgy which not only describes political concepts but offers a dramatic means to implement them through the use of public ritual.
Gordon Freeman is the author of "The Heavenly Kingdom: Aspects of Political Thought in the Talmud and Midrash" and currently serves as Rabbi of Congregation B'nai Shalom in Walnut Creek, California.
Gordon Freeman is the author of "The Heavenly Kingdom: Aspects of Political Thought in the Talmud and Midrash" and currently serves as Rabbi of Congregation B'nai Shalom in Walnut Creek, California.
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