Excerpt from The Talmud
In'' abstruse propositions and syllogisms, that could forgive wild outbursts of passion, and not judge harshly and hastily of things, the real meaning of which may have had to be hidden under the fool''s cap and bells.
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What is the Talmud? What is the nature of that strange production of which the name, imperceptibly almost, is beginning to take its place among the household words of Europe? Turn where we may in the realms of modern learning, we seem to be haunted by it. We meet with it in theology, in science, even in general literature, in their highways and in their byways. There is not a handbook to all or any of the many departments of biblical lore, sacred geography, history, chronology, numismatics, and the rest, but its pages contain references to the Talmud. The advocates of all religious opinions appeal to its dicta. Nay, not only the scientific investigators of Judaism and Christianity, but those of Mohammedanism and Zoroastrianism, turn to it in their dissections of dogma and legend and ceremony. If, again, we take up any recent volume of archaeological or philological transactions, whether we light on a dissertation on a Phoenician altar, or a cuneiform tablet, Babylonian weights, or Sassanian coins, we are certain to find this mysterious word. Nor is it merely the restorers of the lost idioms of Canaan and Assyria, of Himyar and Zoroastrian Persia, that appeal to the Talmud for assis This article appeared in the Quarterly Review for October, 1867, vol. cxxiii., No. About the Publisher Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology. Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and complex world of the Talmud, a collection of Jewish legal and religious teachings compiled over centuries. The author traces the Talmudââ â¢s origins back to the time of the Babylonian Captivity, highlighting the remarkable transformation of the Jewish people during that period. The text explores the various methods of studying the scriptures and the intricate legal and theological debates that shaped the Talmud. The author also examines the unique role of the Talmud in the development of Jewish culture, showcasing its significance as a repository of law, philosophy, folklore, and ethics. Readers will discover parallels between the Talmud and other ancient legal codes, including the Justinian Code, as well as connections to philosophical and religious movements like Gnosticism and Neoplatonism. This book provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the Talmud, illuminating its place in history and its enduring influence on Jewish thought and tradition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330263549_0
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