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 & Topics
David Novak on the extent to which Barth thought like a Jew
Eberhard Busch on three Jewish-Christian milestones in Barth’s life
George Hunsinger on Christian philo-Semitism and supersessionism
Peter Ochs on Barthian elements in Jewish-Christian dialogue
Victoria J. Barnett on Barth and post-WWII interfaith encounters
Thomas F. Torrance on Israel’s divine calling in world history
C. E. B. Cranfield on Pauline texts pertinent to Jewish-Christian relations
Hans Küng on moving from anti-Semitism to theological dialogue
Ellen T. Charry on addressing theological roots of enmity
