Henry Abramson

Henry Abramson is a noted Jewish historian and dean at the Lander College of Arts and Sciences in New York. He specializes in Jewish history and thought, particularly in the medieval and early modern periods. Abramson received his PhD from the University of Toronto, where he studied under the guidance of prominent scholars in the field of Jewish studies.

His academic work includes a focus on the Jewish experience in Eastern Europe, the Holocaust, and the intellectual and spiritual responses of Jewish communities to persecution and crisis. Abramson has published several books and numerous articles in academic journals, contributing valuable insights into the historical contexts of Jewish texts and traditions.

In addition to his scholarly work, Henry Abramson has developed a series of popular video lectures that explore various aspects of Jewish history and philosophy. These lectures aim to make Jewish history accessible to a broader audience, demonstrating his commitment to education and public scholarship.

Books

Torah from the Years of Wrath 1939-1943: The Historical Context of the Aish Kodesh