The Talmud (Classic Reprint): Selections From the Contents of That Ancient Book, Its Commentaries, Teachings, Poetry, and Legends; Also, Brief ... Made and Commented Upon It (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the breadth of the Talmud through a carefully chosen collection of selections that illuminate its nature, scope, and living tradition. The volume presents an accessible bridge to the classic text, combining the biblical discussions, commentaries, stories, and portraits of the teachers who shaped centuries of Jewish thought. This edition gathers introductory context, historical overview, and a wide range of passages to reveal how the Talmud functions as both law and lore.

• An clear introduction to the Talmud’s structure, including the distinction between the oral law and its written counterpart.


• Selections that span biblical history, rabbinic interpretation, legends, and practical teachings.


• Portraits and teachings of notable rabbis, illustrating how ideas travelled across generations.


• Representative passages from proverbs, legends, and civil and ceremonial law to show the text’s breadth.

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