talmud

The first sage to receive the title of rabbi, Yohanan ben Zakkai is credited with saving rabbinic Judaism from complete annihilation.

Many rabbis of the same name served as Nasi or Prince.

The second-century sage was the inspiration for many legends and may have died as a martyr.

Throughout Jewish history until the rise of the Zionist movement, Jews have harbored negative attitudes toward sports, often with good reason.

Jewish dance from the Bible to Hasidism.

From Prohibition to Precedent.

A companion volume to Pirkei Avot.

Ancient Jewish law and legend embraced by the academy.

Rabbi Hayim of Brisk revolutionized Talmud study--and his method remains dominant today.

The grandson of Rashi and leader of medieval French Jewry.