Insights, Ideas and Thoughtful Questions
for Discussing with
Students the Essential Core of Judaism—the Talmud
Students the Essential Core of Judaism—the Talmud
A step-by-step guide to creative use of The Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the
Values of the Talmud in the
classroom. Each lesson includes:
- An opening hook to grab students’attention
- Intriguing discussion questionsto guide students in a personalexploration of the Talmud
- Opportunities for students to engage the text
This comprehensive teaching tool will help
you guide each student to a deeper understanding of the Talmud
and its eternal wisdom.
About The
Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud
While the Hebrew Bible is the cornerstone
of Judaism, it is the Talmud that provides many central values
for living. The Talmud sets out specific guidelines and lyrical
admonitions regarding many of life’s ordinary events, and
offers profound words of advice for life’s most
intractable dilemmas.
This accessible introduction to the Talmud
explores the essence of Judaism through reflections on the
words of the rabbinic sages, from one of American
Judaism’s foremost teachers and writers, Rabbi Dov Peretz
Elkins. Rabbi Elkins provides fresh insight into ancient
aphorisms and shows you how they can be applied to your life
today. Topics include:
- Kindness through Giving
- Welcoming and Sharing
- Human Relationships
- Personal Values
- Family Values
- Teaching and Learning
- Life’s Puzzles
Enlightening and inspiring, the values of
the Talmud can be appreciated not just by Jews, but by anyone
seeking a greater understanding of life and its mysteries.
Praise for The
Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud
“This accessible introduction to the
morality of Judaism contributes significantly to our practical
understanding of Talmudic wisdom.”
—Publishers
Weekly
“Beautifully shows the eternal
wisdom of our sages in our contemporary world. Elkins’
personal wisdom is interwoven with ancient texts to illuminate
so many issues with which we are faced today. A valuable
resource for anyone interested in understanding the great worth
of the Talmud.”
—Rabbi
Judith Z. Abrams, PhD, founder and
director,
Maqom: A School for Adult Talmud Study
Maqom: A School for Adult Talmud Study
“Filled with gems of insight and
inspiration.”
—Rabbi
David Wolpe, Sinai Temple, Los
Angeles, California
