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An exploration of the Talmud through the “traditionally radical” lens pioneered by Benay Lappe. Whether you are a beginner to Talmud study or a long-time learner, by listening in on Benay Lappe’s study partnership with Dan Libenson as they explore foundational stories and material from the Talmud, you will discover the how-to manual that the ancient Rabbis left behind for future generations to hel... more

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“It's only when you know why, and the essence behind the whys, that you are able to create. You're able to then be free of the momentary form of a practice, which is trying to achieve a certain goal, and create other forms that achieve that same goal... more

“Even if the good book was not written by God, the Talmudic page is often a good place to encounter the Divine.” - Ruth Calderon

Welcome to The Oral Talmud, our weekly deep dive chevruta study partnership, discovering how voices of the Talmud from 1... more

“You don't have to stand outside of the tradition to fix it. If you realize where the tradition is wrong, that doesn't put you outside of it. That puts you squarely in the center of it, standing on the shoulders of the greatest ones who have the abil... more

“And in Jewish law, if you get 23 Jews to agree on something? You know something is wrong!” - Benay Lappe

Welcome to The Oral Talmud, our weekly deep dive chevruta study partnership, discovering how voices of the Talmud from 1500 years ago can help ... more

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Recent Guests

Ruth Calderon
Talmudist author and social political leader, founder of Alma
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Episode: Episode 13: Using Tradition to Overturn Tradition
Barry Wimpfheimer
Associate Professor of Religious Studies at Northwestern University.
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Episode: Episode 6: Narrating the Law with Barry Wimpfheimer
David Kraemer
Professor of Talmud and Rabbinics and the Joseph J and Dora Abbell Librarian at the Jewish Theological Seminary.
Jewish Theological Seminary
Episode: Episode 4: Retelling the History with David Kraemer

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Dan Libenson
Co-host of discussions, offers insights into the evolution of Jewish thought and Talmudic analysis.
Benay Lappe
Co-host and educational leader, focuses on traditional and radical interpretations of Talmudic texts.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Thought provoking and accessible to Talmud newbies

    The hosts do a great job of presenting Talmud in a thoughtful, engaging way that’s accessible to newcomers to the text.

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    United States23 days ago

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The content centers around the exploration of the Talmud, engaging with its foundational stories through a contemporary lens. Topics discussed include interpretations of traditional texts, historical contexts of rabbinic literature, and radical reimaginings of Judaism in response to modern challenges. The dialogue between the hosts creates a space for reflecting on the evolving significance of the Talmud in today's society, pushing listeners to consider how ancient wisdom can inform contemporary practice. Notably, the approach taken may appeal to both novices and seasoned learners in Talmud study, making the material accessible and relevant.

Through various episodes, themes such as community resilience, the nature of legal authority, and t... more

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