Browsing: Oral Torah
Everyone knows that on Hanukkah , the first night the menorah has one candle, then two the next day and so on until there are 8…
The Seven Noahide Laws, or Sheva Mitzvot B’nei Noach, are a set of universal moral principles that, according to Jewish tradition, were given by God to…
You may have heard of a figure known as Lilith who was Adam’s first wife, but who was not subserviant to him such that God created…
Hanukkah is one of the two major rabbinic holidays, the other being Purim. Some people like to therefore classify it as a “minor holiday” in Judaism,…
Rabbinic law refers to the body of legal rulings, interpretations, and enactments that were formulated by the rabbis throughout history, though even the use of ‘rabbi’…
The Gemara is an integral part of Jewish scholarship and plays a central role in the study and interpretation of the Mishna. It is the rabbinical…
The Mishna is one of the fundamental texts of Jewish literature and holds a prominent place in Jewish religious and legal studies. Compiled by Rabbi Yehuda…
Throughout Jewish history, there have been several prominent periods marked by the rise of great scholars and thinkers. One such period is known as the era…
Introduction: In the rich tapestry of Jewish history, the era of the Amoraim shines brightly as a pivotal period of scholarly excellence and intellectual growth. The…
The Jewish people have a rich history of scholarship and intellectual inquiry. Among the many eras of Jewish scholarship, the Geonic period stands out as a…