The codifying of the Talmud marked a major turning point for Jewish life and law. As we dive into the topic, we’ll explore the following questions:
- What exactly is the Talmud?
- How is the Talmud structured? Is the structure itself important to the content?
- What drove Jewish passion for and attachment to the Talmud over the centuries?
Recommended Reading: Saiman, Chaim. Halakhah: The Rabbinic Idea of Law. New Jersey: Princeton University Press, 2018.
