Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy.
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This book explores the evolution and principles of Jurisprudence, with a specific focus on civil law as outlined in the Babylonian Talmud. This book is a valuable resource for scholars of law, history, and religion, as well as anyone interested in the foundations of civil law and the enduring influence of the Talmudic tradition.
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This book delves into the intricate laws of Yom Tov (Jewish festivals), showcasing the diverse perspectives of the sages of the Talmud. It examines the historical and literary context surrounding the observance of festivals, exploring the tensions between the strict interpretations of the School of Shammai and the more lenient rulings of the School of Hillel.
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This book presents a collection of tracts from the Babylonian Talmud that focus on the laws and traditions pertaining to Jewish festivals. The tract also discusses the Sabbath, exploring the differences in permissible activities between the Sabbath and festivals.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy.
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The author engages with the text to illustrate the complexities of Jewish thought and the historical and cultural context in which the Talmud was written. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.
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Compiled around 200 C.E., it is a cornerstone of Jewish thought and law and represents the beginning of rabbinic literature. The Mishnah is made up primarily of teachings attributed to revered Jewish sages, known as the Tannaim, who lived during the second century B.C.E. to the second century C.E.
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Tractate Sotah deals mainly with the laws concerning a woman suspected of adultery (Num. 5:11–31), the tractate also discusses incidentally extraneous matters like the rite of the eglah arufah and the rules of exemption from military service (Deut. ).
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