From Habiru to Hebrews and Other Essays

Focusing on the progressive role of the Jewish people throughout history, this collection of ten essays draws from fifty years of research in Jewish and World history. It traces the origins of the Jewish nation to the Habiru, a group of marginalized individuals from the 2nd millennium BCE, highlighting their egalitarian values. The essays explore the duality of Jewish history: the integration of progressive values into global culture alongside persistent persecution. Each essay sheds light on contemporary struggles, particularly the challenges faced by Israel against autocratic opposition.