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Lehrhaus Mishnah with Meaning: Review of The Soul of the Mishna by Yakov Nagen 12 Jan 2023
"The Soul of the Mishna" by Yakov Nagen is a collection of 72 essays that explore the meaning and depth of the Mishnah, emphasizing that it is not just a man...
12 Jan 2023
Tablet Adapt, Adopt, Subvert, Survive 15 Dec 2022
The author discusses the history and significance of the dreidel, a game played during Hanukkah. They debunk the myth that the dreidel originated as a secret...
15 Dec 2022
Tablet The Rules of Conversion 1 Jun 2022
The article discusses the rules of conversion to Judaism in biblical times and in the Talmudic period, highlighting the changes in the requirements and proce...
1 Jun 2022
Lehrhaus Life, Children, and Sustenance: Personal Reflections on the Legacy of a Torah Scholar 31 Aug 2018
Dr. Yaakov Elman, a Torah scholar, mentor, and expert in Talmud studies, made a profound impact on his students and community through his extensive knowledge...
31 Aug 2018
Jewish Review of Books God’s Law in Human Hands 21 Mar 2018
In the discussion "What's Divine about Divine Law?" at Yale, various perspectives on divine law were examined. Ezra the Scribe emphasized the divine origin a...
21 Mar 2018
Jewish Review of Books Hanukkah and State: The Hasmonean Legacy 27 Dec 2016
In a debate between Rabbis Jonathan Sacks and Shlomo Riskin, the topic of the Hasmoneans and their legacy is discussed. Sacks argues against the toxic mix of...
27 Dec 2016