Symbolic Houses in Judaism
How Objects and Metaphors Construct Hybrid Places of Belonging
- 264 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Focusing on the intersection of architecture and gender, this investigation delves into Jewish spatial practices through two types of house symbols: ritual objects reflecting house iconology and metaphors that ascribe meaning to the term. It uncovers how these elements interact with cultural and Jewish studies, offering insights into the influence of space on the production and maintenance of identity within Jewish communities.
