American Judaism in the 21st Century


 

Publication Date: January 2005

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Author(s): Bruce A. Phillips

Research Area: Culture and religion

Keywords: American Jews; Jewish identification

Type: Report

Coverage: United States

Abstract:

At the dawn of the 21st century, there are many trends at work within American Judaism and its major denominations. The goal of this discussion, based on the NJPS 2000-01 is to provide a sense of what Judaism will be like in the U.S.. The chapter is focused on the religious beliefs and practices of persons who identify themselves as Jews.