The Talmud for Beginners: Prayer

by Judith Z. Abrams

The Talmud is filled with knowledge, inspiration, and insights that enrich all facets of Jewish life. Yet many are intimidated by the thought of studying its text, and their hesitancy prevents them from experiencing the wisdom of its words. In this new volume, Rabbi Judith Abrams takes readers with her on a journey through one volume of the Talmud, offering reassuring guidance and making it meaningful and accessible to all. The Talmud for BeginnersDVolume 1: Prayer is the first book in a series by Rabbi Abrams. For lay readers who are unfamiliar with Talmud, this work serves as an introduction to talmudic thought. For those who are familiar with talmudic methodology, this volume will serve as a convenient overview of one book of the Talmud, Berachot (literally, 'blessings').

Genres: Jewish, Judaism

202 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1991

Reviews

[Adam · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the historical context and philosophical background that Rabbi Abrams brought to Brachot. It made my Rosh Hashanah service easier to sit through. It doesn't really help you understand how to read Talmud because it's so editorialized. But it's useful background and enhanced my understanding.