OXFORD INTERFAITH FORUM

Professor Arnold Eisen in conversation with Revd Prof Serena Jones, and Prof Sam Shonkoff, about his new book Seeking the Hiding God: A Personal Theological Essay.

Arnold Eisen is Chancellor Emeritus and Professor of Jewish Thought at the Jewish Theological Seminary, USA
Revd Prof Serene Jones is the first woman President of the 186-year-old Union Theological Seminary, USA
Prof Sam Shonkoff is the Taube Family Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California, USA, and Senior Fellow at the Oxford Interfaith Forum.

In Seeking the Hiding God, Prof Eisen delves into the profound mystery of divine hiddenness, presenting a compelling exploration of how this central theological dilemma resonates within modern Jewish life. Through rigorous analysis and heartfelt reflection, Eisen tackles the poignant questions that arise when God seems absent, drawing on classical Jewish texts and contemporary thought. His insightful examination reveals how these ancient narratives continue to influence and illuminate the struggles and commitments of faith in today’s world.

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