Introduction.

This document is an introduction to a special section of the journal Naharaim, which focuses on the theme of "Theological-Political Predicaments: Representations of Religion and Politics in the German-Jewish Context." The section explores the relationship between religion and politics, particularly in the context of German-Jewish thinkers. It discusses the historical and philosophical background of this relationship, including the influence of Leo Strauss and the theological and political predicament faced by Weimar Jews in the face of rising German fascism. The section also includes essays on the works of Siegfried Kracauer, Carl Schmitt, Franz Kafka, Gershom Scholem, and Martin Buber. The document concludes by emphasizing the enduring relevance of these questions and inviting readers to engage in thought-provoking reading. [Extracted from the article]