Karl Barth, the Jews, and Judaism

By: George Hunsinger

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Synopsis: How Jewish was Karl Barth? This provocative question by David Novak opens Karl Barth, the Jews, and Judaism—a volume that brings together nine eminent Jewish and Christian theologians reflecting on a crucial aspect of Barth&’s thought and legacy. These scholarly essays not only make a noteworthy contribution to Barth studies but also demonstrate creative possibilities for building positive Jewish-Christian relations without theological compromise.Contributors & TopicsDavid Novak on the extent to which Barth thought like a JewEberhard Busch on three Jewish-Christian milestones in Barth&’s lifeGeorge Hunsinger on Christian philo-Semitism and supersessionismPeter Ochs on Barthian elements in Jewish-Christian dialogueVictoria J. Barnett on Barth and post-WWII interfaith encountersThomas F. Torrance on Israel&’s divine calling in world historyC. E. B. Cranfield on Pauline texts pertinent to Jewish-Christian relationsHans Küng on moving from anti-Semitism to theological dialogueEllen T. Charry on addressing theological roots of enmity