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Discovering Talmudic Principles
Discovering Talmudic Principles episodes
- Credibility of the WitnessExplore three fundamental principles related to the testimony of witnesses in court.58 min
- Authentication of DocumentsFamiliarize yourself with the age-old system of ‘Kiyum Shtarot’, how the Jewish court verifies the authenticity of documents.48 min
- Jewish Mental AerobicsJoin us as we analyze the psychology of trust in claims, and probe the nuance of behind its logic.57 min
- The Right to Qualify a ClaimLearn the fascinating Talmudic principle of “hapeh she’asar,” which gives a claimant the right to qualify a previous claim to his own advantage.43 min
- The Talmud, Rashi and TosafotFamiliarize yourself with the age old tradition of analyzing the Talmud through the lenses of the opposing super-commentaries.49 min
- Enforcing the Law YourselfMay we ever take the law into our own hands, or must one always go to the courts – at all costs – to enforce the law?48 min
- Responsibility of PedestriansIn this Talmud class, we explore a pedestrian’s legal responsibility for damages caused in public areas.55 min
- The Majority PrincipleIn this Talmud class, careful analysis of the mishnah’s precise wording leads to a fascinating discovery about the ‘majority’ principle in monetary matters.54 min
- Redefining TheftDiscover the Talmud’s unique approach in how to view the borrower’s obligation and mitzvah to repay a loan.1 hr 15 min
- A Strange Purim ExperienceA most perplexing story where two sages drink excessively at a Purim feast, which leads to truly unimaginable consequences . . .52 min
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Join the Talmud’s discussion as we explore and debate various selected texts from the vast sea of the Talmud, and gain insight and appreciation of its rich knowledge. This series will help enhance…
your skills in Talmudic analysis and reasoning, whilst providing a window into the style and language of the Talmud, also known as the Gemara. These courses are taught by Rabbi Binyomin Bitton, an expert Talmudic scholar, who masterfully presents the Talmud’s profound wisdom in a clear, easy to follow, and intellectually stimulating manner.