Guide to the Rabbis’ Perplexing Silence
Bar Kamtza (Gittin 56a) is incensed by the rabbi’s silence in the wake of his humiliating expulsion from the grand party. He interprets their silence
December 27, 2024
Bar Kamtza (Gittin 56a) is incensed by the rabbi’s silence in the wake of his humiliating expulsion from the grand party. He interprets their silence
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Editor’s note: As part of our introductory note and column by Rabbis Strauchler and Fine last week, we present the first installment of the monthly
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