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R. Tali Adler: Words That Cannot Be Written

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Preserving the Oral Torah Tradition

Exploring the complexities of Mishnah rules, this chapter emphasizes the importance of interpreting the oral Torah while considering the impact of writing it down. It discusses the prohibition of documenting the oral Torah as a crucial part of the covenant between God and the Jewish people, contrasting modern approaches to accessibility with the traditional oral transmission methods. The chapter also reflects on the challenges of maintaining the sacredness of the Talmud while making it widely available, expressing a preference for deeper oral study over standardized practices.

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