Jewish Inscriptions of Western Europe: Volume 2, the City of Rome (Paperback)
Knowledge of the Jewish communities of the West is almost entirely dependent on inscriptions, which contain information on community organization, the use of biblical texts and religious symbols, linguistic habits, naming practices and social status, and burial customs and beliefs about life after death. Hitherto it has been necessary to consult specialist publications to gain a complete picture of these inscriptions. This volume, the second of a two-volume work, provides ready access to them, and so fills a notable gap in the literature.