Rebecca’s Children

Explore the groundbreaking work of Alan F. Segal in Rebecca’s Children, published by Harvard University Press in 1989. This compelling book delves into the transformative origins of rabbinic Judaism and Christianity, two vital branches of Hebrew heritage that emerged from a shared social, cultural, and ideological framework during the first century CE.

Segal meticulously examines how these religions navigated their minority status, highlighting the complexities of their separation that ultimately fractured their shared symbolic life in Judea. With 224 pages of insightful analysis, Rebecca’s Children offers readers a profound understanding of the enduring cultural influences that shaped both traditions. Whether you're a scholar, student, or simply intrigued by the roots of these faiths, this book provides invaluable perspectives on the historical interplay between Judaism and Christianity.