Unhealthy Obsession?: Why food and feasts are central to Judaism
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Why is eating so important to Jewish people? Is there something holy about it? A comprehensive survey of the role that food and eating plays in Jewish life.
| Language | English |
|---|---|
| Paper Type | Research Paper |
| Pages | 23 |
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