Tag: Talmud

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In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts introduce other podcasts they have been working on.
The article explores the idea of Shabbat as a taste of the world to come, focusing on the first Shabbat observed by the Israelites.
This article reflects on the loss of significant figures in the Jewish community and beyond in 2020, drawing on the poem "When Great Trees Fall" by Maya Angelou.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Meir Triebitz, a Rosh Yeshiva and expert in science and the Torah, explores the relationship between the Torah and science.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Meir Triebitz, a Rosh Yeshiva and expert in science and the Torah, discusses the relationship between the two.
Halacha refers to the practical application of Torah law.
Aggadah is one of the two parts of the Talmud, with the other being the Halachic portions.
The Talmud, also known as the Gemara, is an ancient set of books that serves as commentary and elaboration of the Mishnah.
Cheshvan, the Jewish month following the High Holidays, is a seemingly ordinary and uneventful month on the Hebrew calendar.
The author explores the concept of "aveirah li-shmah," which refers to a sin performed in the name of God.
During the 2020 Vice Presidential Debate, a fly landing on Mike Pence's head led to comparisons with a Talmudic tale involving the Emperor Titus.
Sukkot, the Jewish holiday where people move to huts outside their homes, has ambiguous meanings according to different sages.
In honor of National Coffee Day, this article explores the Jewish connections to two iconic coffee cups.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Samuel G. Freedman, a professor of journalism and author, discusses the role of dissent in the Jewish community.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Samuel G. Freedman, a professor of Journalism at Columbia University, discusses the role of dissent in the Jewish community.
The article discusses the significance of greetings on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur and proposes reviving the tradition of sending physical Rosh Hashanah cards as a way to connect with loved ones during the pandemic.
Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz played a pivotal role in the opening of a Yeshiva in Soviet Russia in 1989.
The Rosh Hashanah seder, traditionally associated with the Passover holiday, has its own long tradition and has recently gained popularity as a pandemic-proof way to celebrate the Jewish New Year.
18Forty launched in May 2020 and has since covered topics such as Talmud, leaving religion, comedy, and biblical criticism.
The website 18Forty launched in May 2020 and has since explored various topics including Talmud, leaving religion, comedy, and biblical criticism.
Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, known for his monumental translation of the Talmud and his work in education, was born into a secular family but became religious as a teenager.
Rashi's commentary on Masekhet Eruvin in the Talmud contains numerous diagrams, representing about half of the total diagrams found in his commentary.
In the kinnah "Yom Akhpi Hikhbadti," Rabbi Yehudah ha-Levi retells the story of Zechariah's murder and the subsequent massacre by Nebuzaradan, but with a unique focus on questions of theodicy.
Rabbi Avraham Edelstein's "The Laws of Outreach" explores the challenges and obligations faced by outreach professionals in the Orthodox community.