Jewish Texts

A purification ritual using the ashes of a cow.

Early Amoraim engaged in respectful debate.

This medieval talmudist's religious tolerance was ahead of his time.

A thanksgiving hymn recited on Sabbath and holidays.

An Italian rabbi, poet and teacher of Kabbalah who claimed to be the Messiah.

The traditional--sometimes imperfect--Jewish version of the Torah text.

19th-century Italian scholar/poet who questioned authorship of the Zohar.

Sanctifying God's name.

What does it mean to be 'cut off' from the Jewish people?

There are many versions of the Jewish 'mourner's prayer.'

Chapter 5

Chapter 4