Swimming in the Sea of Talmud: Lessons for Everyday LIving

by Rabbi Michael Katz

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A clear, accessible guide to reading and understanding the Talmud. This book offers a unique introduction to the study of the Talmud and suggests ways to apply its messages and values to contemporary life. Imaginatively conceived, this volume is recommended for both individuals and group study sessions.… (more)

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Intelligent and clearly written, this is a great introduction to some of the ideas and methods of the Talmud. I particularly like the two-pronged approach to explaining selected excerpts with a combination of historical context (very useful, particularly with certain Talmudic excerpts which wouldn't be understandable without the context) and contemporary midrash. Highly recommended for anyone looking to learn more about this foundational text of Judaism. (

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simchaboston | Mar 16, 2013 |

NO OF PAGES: 368 SUB CAT I: Talmud SUB CAT II: SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: Master teachers Michael Katz and Gershon Schwartz make the talmudic passages they teach fully explicable. They have the uncanny ability to extract the enduring relevance of these passages for contemporary men and women.NOTES: SUBTITLE: Lessons For Everyday Living

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A clear, accessible guide to reading and understanding the Talmud. This book offers a unique introduction to the study of the Talmud and suggests ways to apply its messages and values to contemporary life. Imaginatively conceived, this volume is recommended for both individuals and group study sessions.

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