This course is part of the Diploma in Judaic Studies and can also be taken on its own.
History
Jewish History I
Covers chapters in the history of the Jewish people from its origins to the Middle Ages. Students will learn about and analyse…
Academy · Texts
Introduction to the Talmud
The Talmud is the foundation of Jewish law. It covers every area of individual and social life. Its texts have been studied and commented on to this day. Students will learn about the structure and contents of the Talmud, its history and its distinctive methodology for analysing and determining religious laws (Halakhot).
Syllabus
- General introduction
- The Law of Israel
- Mishnah – contents and structure
- Study of a Mishnah
- Origins of the Talmud
- Rules of interpretation
- Philosophy of the Talmud
- Practical application of Halakha
- Influence of the Talmud
- Sages of the Talmud
- Commentators on the Talmud
- Additional and audiovisual material
Other Academy courses
History
Jewish History II
Covers chapters in the history of the Jewish people from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century. Students will learn about…
Texts
Bible and Traditional Sources
A Diploma in Judaic Studies course on the people of the Book: the Torah, the Prophets and the Writings, the oral tradition…
Texts
Tanakh
The course sets out the structure of the books that make up the TANAKH and their main contents and messages. Students will…