num_pages: 156
description: The World of the Talmud by Morris Adler is a comprehensive guide to the history, culture, and teachings of the Talmud. The Talmud is a central text of Judaism, containing the teachings and interpretations of Jewish law and tradition. Adler provides a detailed overview of the Talmud's origins, development, and significance within Jewish history and culture. He also examines the structure and content of the Talmud, including its legal and ethical teachings, as well as its stories and parables. Throughout the book, Adler emphasizes the Talmud's enduring relevance and influence, both within Jewish communities and in the wider world. He also provides insights into the Talmud's impact on Western philosophy, literature, and culture. The World of the Talmud is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Jewish history, culture, and Attempting a Definition; The Rise of the Oral Law; Why Oral? The Mishna; The Gemara; Halacha and Aggada (Law and Lore); Who Were the Rabbis? The Religion of the Rabbis; Aspects of Rabbinic Social Teaching; On Justice and Courts; The Denials of Rabbinic Teaching; The Enduring Worth of the Talmud.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
language: English
title: The World of the Talmud
titlecomplete: The World of the Talmud
ratings_count: 11
publisher: Kessinger Publishing