Description: The New Testament is considered a Jewish book, yet it holds Jews responsible for murdering the son of God. Galambush illuminates the New Testament's story as one of Jews struggling to maintain their Jewish identity and helps readers better understand the true intent of the texts.
Brief description: Julie Galambush is an associate professor of religious studies at The College of William and Mary. She holds a Ph.D. in Old Testament studies from Emory University and a Master of Divinity from Yale Divinity School. Formerly an ordained American Baptist minister, Galambush is a convert to Judaism and a member of Temple Rodef Shalom in Falls Church, Virginia.
Review Quotes:
"Professor Galambush has given both Christian and Jew a valuable and potent lens for untangling their spiritual traditions....An indispensable primer for anyone interested in the history (and future!) of Judeo-Christian relations." - Rabbi Lawrence Kushner, The Emanu-El Scholar at Congregation Emanu-El of San Francisco and author
"Galambush's thoughtful book will become an important resource for our continuing conversations." - Rev. John Buchanan, Pastor, Fourth Presbyterian Church, Chicago