Popular Shows by Nachi Weinstein נחי ווינשטיין
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With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing her new book on Megillas Eichah, "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World"
With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing her new book on Megillas Eichah, "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World"
Jul 11, 2021
1:06:15
#84.Are you looking for a way to learn Torah that will leave you feeling excited and inspired? Alephbeta.org is filled with stunning animated videos and slickly-produced audios on the parsha, holidays, prayers, and many other topics that present Torah ideas in an easy-to-consume way. Their goal is to help people closely read the Torah to discover its beauty, meaning and relevance. Their programs on Tisha B’Av will leave you moved, inspired and with a new understanding of the significance of this day. Listeners to SeforimChatter podcast can receive $18 off an annual subscription by using the following PROMO code: SEFORIMCHATTER. Check out alephbeta.org today. With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing her new book on Megillas Eichah, "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World".We discussed Eichah, Yirmiyahu, the structure of Eichah, the comparisons between Eicha and the Pirkei Nechama in Yeshayahu, and moreTo purchase the book: https://korenpub.com/products/lamentations-faith-in-a-turbulent-world
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With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing the Mordechai (R. Mordechai b. Hillel, d. 1298)
With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing the Mordechai (R. Mordechai b. Hillel, d. 1298)
Jul 19, 2021
53:55
#85** Sponsored by Gluck Plumbing - Service Division. 732-523-1836 Ext 1. ** With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel (E. Billi Ivry University Professor of Jewish History, Literature, and Law at the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, Yeshiva University) discussing the Mordechai (R. Mordekhai b. Hillel, d. 1298)We discussed when he lived, the style of the Sefer, the Kisvei Yad and the differences, various haghos that were written on and incorporated into the Sefer, the new edition from Machon Yerushalayim, lomdus in the Mordechai, and more.If you liked this episode and want to hear more such episodes about Baalei Tosafos and various Seforim they wrote please let me know: [email protected]
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Genazym Auction 10 Catalogue
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Genazym Auction 10 Catalogue
Jul 25, 2021
47:46
#86.** Sponsored by Genazym Auction House **With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Genazym Auction 10 Catalogue.We discussed a number of items in the calaogue in some depth, and point out a few more interesting items.To see the full catalogue & auction: https://bit.ly/Genazym--10To contact them: [email protected] you liked this episode and want to hear more such episodes please let me know: [email protected]
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With Dr. Jeremy Brown discussing Copernicus, the Heliocentric model, and its Jewish reception
With Dr. Jeremy Brown discussing Copernicus, the Heliocentric model, and its Jewish reception
Aug 1, 2021
1:00:36
#87.** This episode is sponsored by Hakirah, "The Flatbush Journal of Jewish Law and Thought." To submit an article or to learn more: www.Hakirah.org. To order the newest volume of Hakirah (Volume 30, Summer 2021): https://www.amazon.com/Hakirah-Flatbush-Journal-Jewish-Thought/dp/1936803194/ref=sr 1 1?dchild=1&keywords=hakirah&qid=1627786997&s=books&sr=1-1With Dr. Jeremy Brown discussing his book, "New Heavens and a New Earth: The Jewish Reception of Copernican Thought."We discussed Nicolaus Copernicus (1473 - 1543) and his heliocentric model and the acceptance and rejection of this throughout the generations in Jewisg thought. We discussed Rav Dovid Gans, Yashar Mi'Kandia (Rav Yosef Shlomo Delmedigo), Ma'asei Tuviah, and much more. To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3PVMLO7To check out his blog: www.talmudology.comFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi H. Norman Strickman discussing his new translation of Yesod Moreh of the Ibn Ezra and the Ibn Ezra in general
With Rabbi H. Norman Strickman discussing his new translation of Yesod Moreh of the Ibn Ezra and the Ibn Ezra in general
Aug 8, 2021
1:02:31
#88With Rabbi H. Norman Strickman discussing his new translation of Yesod Moreh of the Ibn Ezra and the Ibn Ezra in general.We discussed Ibn Ezra's life and works, the Sefer Yesod Moreh and the english translation, and more. To purchase the book: https://kodeshpress.com/product/the-secret-of-the-torah-a-translation-of-ibn-ezras-yesod-mora/
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With Rabbi Shnayor Burton discussing the Mitzvah of living in E'Y and his podcast series about it
With Rabbi Shnayor Burton discussing the Mitzvah of living in E'Y and his podcast series about it
Aug 15, 2021
46:32
#89.With Rav Shnayor Burton discussing the Mitzvah of living in E'Y and his podcast series about it.We discuss his podcast series, why he decided to research and work on this topic, his sources, forthcoming book, and more. To listen to, "The Great Sources": https://anchor.fm/shnayor-burtonTo contact Rabbi Burton: [email protected]
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With Prof. Andrew Porwancher discussing Alexander Hamilton and his Jewish origins and connections
With Prof. Andrew Porwancher discussing Alexander Hamilton and his Jewish origins and connections
Aug 22, 2021
37:41
#90.** Sponsored by Koren Publishers. Use code CHATTER at www.korenpub.com for 10% off**With Prof. Andrew Porwancher discussing Alexander Hamilton and his Jewish origins and connections, which are the focus of his new book, "The Jewish World of Alexander Hamilton."We discuss Hamilton's childhood in the Caribbean, his mother Rachel, the theory that he was Jewish, his connection and relationship with the Jewish Community in America, and more.To purchase the book: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691211152/the-jewish-world-of-alexander-hamiltonFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his new Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Machzorim
With Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his new Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Machzorim
Aug 29, 2021
1:06:02
#91.With Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his new Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Machzorim We discuss how the new machzorim (Aliyos Eliyahu) differ from the old (Mikroei Kodesh), what is included in the machzor, why use this machzor, overall history of tefillah and the printed siddur and machzor, and discuss a little about his forthcoming sefer on Targum & Ta'amim (and even mention Mesorah Gedolah & Ketanah) at the end.To purchase the machzorim: https://www.eshelpublications.com/store/p20/Preorder%21 Machzor Aliyos Eliyahu.htmlFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With R' Yechiel Goldhaber discussing the minhag of covering the shofar while making the beracha
With R' Yechiel Goldhaber discussing the minhag of covering the shofar while making the beracha
Sep 5, 2021
36:44
#92.With R' Yechiel Goldhaber discussing the minhag of covering the shofar while making the beracha. We discuss where it comes from, how it spread, the reasons for it, and more For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. Shmuel Feiner discussing European Jewry in the 18th Century
With Prof. Shmuel Feiner discussing European Jewry in the 18th Century
Sep 12, 2021
59:09
#93.With Prof. Shmuel Feiner (Prof. of Modern Jewish History at Bar-Ilan University) discussing his book, "The Jewish Eighteenth Century: A European Biography, 1700 - 1750To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3zA2k8OTo purchase Hebrew edition volume 2 (forthcoming in English): https://www.shazar.org.il/product/%d7%a2%d7%aa-%d7%97%d7%93%d7%a9%d7%94-1800-1750/
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With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Sefer Bikurei Yaakov on Hilchos Sukkah & Lulav
With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Sefer Bikurei Yaakov on Hilchos Sukkah & Lulav
Sep 19, 2021
1:07:13
#94.With R' Moshe Flohr discussing his new edition of Sefer Bikurei Yaakov of the Aruch LaNer on Hilchos Sukkah & Lulav.We discussed the Aruch LaNer, the sefer, various topics discussed in the sefer, what this new edition includes, and more. To purchase the Sefer: https://www.amazon.com/%D7%A1%D7%A4%D7%A8-%D7%91%D7%9B%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%99-%D7%99%D7%A2%D7%A7%D7%91-%D7%94%D7%9C%D7%9B%D7%95%D7%AA-Hebrew/dp/B09CRCHN7B/ref=sr 1 1?dchild=1&keywords=moshe+flohr&qid=1632012520&sr=8-1
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With Rabbi Pinchas Taylor discussing Judaism & the Mysterious (and his book on the subject)
With Rabbi Pinchas Taylor discussing Judaism & the Mysterious (and his book on the subject)
Sep 26, 2021
43:30
#95.With Rabbi Pinchas Taylor discussing his book, "A Jewish Guide to the Mysterious"We discussed various aspects and subjects in the book and how he approaches the subject and each chapter, dreams, and moreTo purchase the book: https://mosaicapress.com/product/a-jewish-guide-to-the-mysterious/
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With R' Alex Hool discussing the masa'os (travels) of the Bnei Yisrael in the Midbar and his new book about it, "The Desert Encampments: From Sinai to the Holy Land"
With R' Alex Hool discussing the masa'os (travels) of the Bnei Yisrael in the Midbar and his new book about it, "The Desert Encampments: From Sinai to the Holy Land"
Oct 3, 2021
38:08
#96.** Sponsored in memory of Ed Markovitz, Eliyahu ben Yitzhak Meir ha'levy, for his second yartzeit on lamed tishrei**With R' Alex Hool discussing his new book, "The Desert Encampments: From Sinai to the Holy Land"To purchase the book: https://mosaicapress.com/product/the-desert-encampments/
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With Dr. Ezra Chwat discussing the Rif (Rav Yitzchak Alfasi, 1013 - 1103) and his new critical edition
With Dr. Ezra Chwat discussing the Rif (Rav Yitzchak Alfasi, 1013 - 1103) and his new critical edition
Oct 10, 2021
52:45
#97With Dr. Ezra Chwat discussing the Rif (Rav Yitzchak Alfasi, 1013 - 1103) and his new critical editionWe discussed the Rif's life, style of hilchos HaRif, the new edition and what was done, and moreTo access the new edition: https://alhatorah.org/Commentators:R. Yitzchak Alfasi (Rif)/0/he
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With Prof. Maoz Kahana discussing Religion and Science in Early Modern Rabbinic Culture & his new book on the topic ("A Heartless Chicken")
With Prof. Maoz Kahana discussing Religion and Science in Early Modern Rabbinic Culture & his new book on the topic ("A Heartless Chicken")
Oct 17, 2021
54:10
#98.With Prof. Maoz Kahana discussing Religion and Science in Early Modern Rabbinic Culture & his new book on the topicWe discussed rabbonim & European culture and science of the times, the famous "heartless chicken", the golem mentioned by the chacham tzvi, other stories from various tshuvos, coffee houses, and moreTo purchase the book: https://www.bialik-publishing.co.il/heartless-chickenFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi David Fohrman discussing his work at Aleph Beta and his "Parsha Companion" series
With Rabbi David Fohrman discussing his work at Aleph Beta and his "Parsha Companion" series
Oct 24, 2021
1:19:42
#99** Are you looking for a way to learn Torah that will leave you feeling excited and inspired? Alephbeta.org is filled with stunning animated videos and slickly-produced audios on the parsha, holidays, prayers, and many other topics that present Torah ideas in an easy-to-consume way. Their goal is to help people closely read the Torah to discover its beauty, meaning and relevance. Their in-depth materials on the Parsha will leave you moved and inspired, revitalizing your learning just in time for Sefer Bereishis. Listeners to our podcast will receive an amazing gift! $18 off an annual Premium membership. To get your gift today, go to Alephbeta.org and enter coupon code SC21 (uppercase) when you subscribe. Hurry, offer ends soon! **With Rabbi David Fohrman discussing his work at Aleph Beta and his "Parsha Companion" seriesWe discussed Aleph Beta, Rabbi Fohrman's unique style and how he got into that, why animated cartoon videos, "Parsha Companion" series, and moreTo purchase the Genesis: Parsha Companion, or other Rabbi Fohrman books, click here.
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With Dr. Moti Benmelech discussing Shlomo Molcho (1501 - 1532)
With Dr. Moti Benmelech discussing Shlomo Molcho (1501 - 1532)
Oct 31, 2021
1:26:17
#100.With Dr. Moti Benmelech discussing Shlomo Molcho (1501 - 1532) and his book (in Hebrew), "Shlomo Molcho: The Life and Death of Messiah Ben Joseph"We discussed Molcho and his upbringing in Portugal, David Ha-Reuveni, what did they really want, and more.To purchase the book: https://www.ybz.org.il/?CategoryID=632&ArticleID=6480#.YX3ntsD3YWMFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi Dr. Moshe Sokol discussing his new book, "The Snake at the Mouth of the Cave: Exploring Talmudic Narratives", which explores aggadata and related themes
With Rabbi Dr. Moshe Sokol discussing his new book, "The Snake at the Mouth of the Cave: Exploring Talmudic Narratives", which explores aggadata and related themes
Nov 7, 2021
1:01:22
#101.** If you’re looking for a college program that offers rigorous academics in an environment that’s infused with Torah values, Touro’s Lander Colleges are the place for you. With separate programs for men and women and campuses in Queens, Manhattan and Brooklyn, Touro offers unique opportunities for those who are devoted to Torah study and determined to succeed professionally. With superior academics, honors programs, numerous career pathways in so many hot fields, Touro will prepare you or your child for the real world. From business to biology, accounting to computer science and so much more, you’ll find a program that’s right for you at Touro. Scholarships available .For more information visit www.touro.edu/landercolleges**With Rabbi Dr. Moshe Sokol discussing his new book, "The Snake at the Mouth of the Cave: Exploring Talmudic Narratives" which explores various aggadata gemaras and related themes.We discussed why he decided to research this subject, his style in the book, examples of aggados that he explores in the book, and more To purchase the book: https://korenpub.com/products/the-snake-at-the-mouth-of-the-cave
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With R' Shimon Szimonowitz & R' Yaakov Juravel discussing Machon Aleh Zayis & Sefer Mincha Ketana
With R' Shimon Szimonowitz & R' Yaakov Juravel discussing Machon Aleh Zayis & Sefer Mincha Ketana
Nov 14, 2021
1:14:14
#102.With R' Shimon Szimonowitz & R' Yaakov Juravel discussing Machon Aleh Zayis & Sefer Mincha KetanaWe discussed new Seforim that Machon Aleh Zayis is publishing, the gilyon (newsletter) they publish, Sefer Mincha Ketana: What it is, style of the sefer, how it was compiled, why copy the layout, font, and cover of the Minchas Chinuch, and moreTo purchase the Sefer: https://alehzayis.com/product/%d7%9e%d7%a0%d7%97%d7%94-%d7%a7%d7%98%d7%a0%d7%94/To contact R' Szimonowitz: [email protected], Alehzayis.comTo Contact R' Juravel: [email protected]
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With Prof. Francesca Trivellato discussing the Jews of Livorno (Leghorn), Italy
With Prof. Francesca Trivellato discussing the Jews of Livorno (Leghorn), Italy
Nov 21, 2021
1:18:29
#103.With Prof. Francesca Trivellato (Andrew W. Mellon Professor of History at the Institute of Advanced Study in Princeton) discussing the Jews of Livorno (Leghorn), ItalyWe discussed Livorno, why it was called "Leghorn", what the community was like, what was unique about Livorno from a Jewish Perspective , various famous Rabbonim & Jewish figures from Livorno, and more To purchase "The Familiarity of Strangers": https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300187496/familiarity-strangersFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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SZ Series Episode 1: With Prof. Matt Goldish discussing Sabbatai Zevi's life and impact until the conversion
SZ Series Episode 1: With Prof. Matt Goldish discussing Sabbatai Zevi's life and impact until the conversion
Nov 25, 2021
1:45:10
SZ Series Episode 1.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 1: With Prof. Matt Goldish (Samuel & Esther Melton Chair in Jewish History at Ohio State University) discussing Sabbatai Zevi's life and impact until the conversionWe discussed Sabbatai's early life, where he learned, when did the idea of him being Mashiach start, his mental issues, Nathan of Gaza and his role, Rabbonim on both sides, story of the Taz, did most of the Jewish world accept this, and much more.To purchase Gershom Scholem's "Sabbatai Zevi": https://amzn.to/3OCMjmQTo purchase Prof. Goldish's "The Sabbatean Prophets": https://amzn.to/3BirABSTo purchase "Sabbatian Heresy": https://www.amazon.com/Sabbatian-Heresy-Mysticism-Messianism-Modernity/dp/1512600520To purchase "Women and the Messianic Heresy of Sabbetai Zevi": https://global.oup.com/academic/product/women-and-the-messianic-heresy-of-sabbatai-zevi-1666---1816-9781906764807?q=ada&lang=en&cc=usFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. Malka Simkovich discussing Chanukah & the classic sources
With Prof. Malka Simkovich discussing Chanukah & the classic sources
Nov 28, 2021
49:51
#105.**Sponsored by Koren Publishers. Check out their website for some amazing Chanukah deals including the Noé Edition Hebrew/English Shas, starting at just $1000 or visit your local Jewish bookstore for 25% off all books from Koren. www.korenpub.com some amazing special offers for Chanukah! **With Prof. Malka Simkovich (Crown-Ryan Chair of Jewish Studies & Director of Catholic-Jewish Studies at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago) discussing Chanukah & the classic sources.We discussed Maccabees 1 & 2, Josephus, Chazal, the Nes Pach Shemen (oil) mentioned in Chazal, the story of Judith (Yehudis), and moreTo purchase the Oxford Classics edition of Josephus: https://amzn.to/3zB0PaITo purchase "Ancient Jewish Novels" which includes Judith: https://korenpub.com/products/ancient-jewish-novelspaperbackTo purchase Prof. Simkovich's book about Second Temple Literature: https://amzn.to/3S8efSSFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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SZ Series Episode 2: With Avinoam Stillman discussing Nathan of Gaza
SZ Series Episode 2: With Avinoam Stillman discussing Nathan of Gaza
Dec 1, 2021
59:17
SZ Episode 2.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 2: With Avinoam Stillman discussing Nathan of GazaWe discussed Nathan's life, place and position in the movement, the newly reissued edition of B'Iqvot Mashiach, which is a collection of his writings, Blima Books, and more.To purchase B'Iqvot Mashiach: https://www.myofficeguy.com/p/xicgb/vn3e9/1rhu4h/?cartid=fb4c5943-4102-4a57-9ace-9afc7973944aFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi Basil Herring discussing the new RCA Siddur
With Rabbi Basil Herring discussing the new RCA Siddur
Dec 5, 2021
48:46
#107.With Rabbi Basil Herring discussing the new RCA SiddurTo purchase the new RCA Siddur Avodat HaLev: https://korenpub.com/products/rca-siddur-avodat-halevhardcoverstandardashkenaz
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SZ Series Episode 3: With Prof. Yaacob Dweck discussing Rabbi Yaakov Sasportas
SZ Series Episode 3: With Prof. Yaacob Dweck discussing Rabbi Yaakov Sasportas
Dec 8, 2021
49:31
SZ Episode 3.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 3: With Prof. Yaacob Dweck discussing Rabbi Yaakov SasportasWe discussed Rav Yaakov Sasportas's life, his opposition to Sabbetai Zvi, his response to Nathan and the movement, who he was in contact with, Tzitzat Novel Tzvi, and moreTo purchase "Dissident Rabbi": https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691183572/dissident-rabbiFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. Emile Schrijver discussing Jewish Book Culture
With Prof. Emile Schrijver discussing Jewish Book Culture
Dec 12, 2021
1:00:32
#109.With Prof. Emile Schrijver (General Director of the Jewish Historical Museum and the Jewish Cultural Quarter in Amsterdam and Prof. at the University of Amsterdam) discussing Jewish Book Culture and the history of the Jewish BookWe discussed Jewish Manuscripts, history of printing, manuscripts since print, and much more.
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SZ Series Episode 4: With Prof. David J. Halperin discussing Abraham Miguel Cardozo
SZ Series Episode 4: With Prof. David J. Halperin discussing Abraham Miguel Cardozo
Dec 15, 2021
1:13:54
SZ Episode 4.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 4: With Prof. David J. Halperin discussing Abraham Miguel CardozoWe discussed Cardozo and his biography, his overall theology and how that related to SZ, Cardozo's belief in himself as Moshiach ben Yosef, his death, and more. We also discussed various primary sources including Baruch of Arezzo, Abraham Cuenque, Joseph HaLevi, the Najara Chronicle, and more.To purchase, "Sabbatai Zevi: Testimonies to a Fallen Messiah": https://amzn.to/3cNpMa1To purchase, "Abraham Miguel Cardozo: Selected Writings": https://amzn.to/3S4ksirProf. Halperin's website: https://www.davidhalperin.net/about-david-halperin/For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. David Fraser discussing Anti-Shechita Prosecutions between 1855 - 1913 and his book on the subject
With Prof. David Fraser discussing Anti-Shechita Prosecutions between 1855 - 1913 and his book on the subject
Dec 19, 2021
43:30
#111.With Prof. David Fraser (Professor of Law and Social Theory at the University of Nottingham) discussing Anti-Shechita Prosecutions between 1855 - 1913 and his book on the subjectWe discussed a few of the cases, histoyr and reasoning for the anti-shechita movement, anti-semitism, and moreTo purchase the book: https://www.academicstudiespress.com/northamericanjewishstudies/anti-shechita-prosecutions-in-the-anglo-american-world
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With Rabbi Yehuda Keilson discussing the Derashos HaRan
With Rabbi Yehuda Keilson discussing the Derashos HaRan
Dec 26, 2021
1:02:35
#113.With Rabbi Yehuda Keilson discussing the Derashos HaRan and his new English translation We discussed the Derashos HaRan, whether the Ran really wrote it, style, examples, what went into translating it and why did he translate it, and more.To purchase the new English edition of the Derashos HaRan Vol 1: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422625521.htmlVol 2: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422629710.html
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SZ Series Episode 6: With Prof. Alexander van der Haven discussing Sarah Ashkenazi
SZ Series Episode 6: With Prof. Alexander van der Haven discussing Sarah Ashkenazi
Dec 29, 2021
40:32
SZ Episode 6.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 6: With Prof. Alexander van der Haven (Professor in study of religion, University of Bergen, Norway) discussing Sarah Ashkenazi and his book about herWe discussed her life, myths and stories, her place and impact in the movement, clash with Nathan, and more.To purchase the book: https://mbii.nl/informatie-cahier-vii/To purchase the book in Hebrew: https://idra.org.il/product/%D7%A9%D7%A8%D7%94-%D7%94%D7%90%D7%A9%D7%9B%D7%A0%D7%96%D7%99%D7%94-%D7%9E%D7%9C%D7%9B%D7%AA-%D7%94%D7%A9%D7%91%D7%AA%D7%90%D7%99%D7%9D/
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With R' Manes Blumenfrucht discussing the Kosher Milk Controversy of America and his new Sefer Chalav Treifah
With R' Manes Blumenfrucht discussing the Kosher Milk Controversy of America and his new Sefer Chalav Treifah
Jan 2, 2022
1:13:19
#115.** Sponsored by the new Rabbi Juravel comic book series. to purchase Falsely Accused: click Here to purchase Shugashvili's Secret: click Here to contact the artist: click Here ** With R' Manes Blumenfrucht discussing the Kosher Milk Controversy of America and his new Sefer Chalav Treifah regarding the controversy We discussed the controversy and how it arose, what the issue was (left displaced abomasum), what the heter was, the Rabbonim's approach, the dairy process in America, his own research and the prevalence of the disease, how farms commonly deal with such cows, the process of how milk gets to the store shelf, the author's permissible approach of why the milk should be allowed regardless of the surgeries, and more. To contact the author: [email protected] To purchase the Sefer: https://www.chalavtreifah.com/
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SZ Series Episode 7: With Prof. Adam Teller discussing the impact of Tach V'Tat upon Sabbateanism
SZ Series Episode 7: With Prof. Adam Teller discussing the impact of Tach V'Tat upon Sabbateanism
Jan 5, 2022
49:55
SZ Episode 7.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 7: With Prof. Adam Teller discussing the impact of Tach V'Tat upon Sabbateanism We discussed Tach V'Tat, how it affected the Jewish community of Jerusalem, philanthropic networks that developed as a result, emissaries from Israel, Nathan of Gaza, various theories about the connection between Tach V'Tat and Sabbateanism and moreTo listen to the 1st podcast episode with Prof. Teller: https://seforimchatter.buzzsprout.com/1218638/4606421-with-prof-adam-teller-discussing-his-new-book-on-the-khmelnytsky-massacres-tach-v-tat-and-the-refugee-crisis-that-followedTo purchase, "rescue The Surviving Souls": https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691161747/rescue-the-surviving-souls
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With Prof. Rena Lauer discussing the Jews of (Venetian) Crete
With Prof. Rena Lauer discussing the Jews of (Venetian) Crete
Jan 9, 2022
49:43
#117.With Prof. Rena Lauer discussing the Jews of (Venetian) Crete We discussed Crete, the Jews of Crete, Candia, Taqqanot Candia, interaction between Jews and the secular court system, and moreTo purchase, "Colonial Justice and the Jews of Venetian Crete": https://amzn.to/3PYJygM
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SZ Series Episode 8: With Prof. Boaz Huss discussing the Sabbatean origins of Tu B'Shvat
SZ Series Episode 8: With Prof. Boaz Huss discussing the Sabbatean origins of Tu B'Shvat
Jan 12, 2022
34:37
SZ Episode 8.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 8: With Prof. Boaz Huss discussing the Sabbatean origins of Tu B'ShvatWe discussed the origins of Tu B'Shvat, first sources to mention the Tu B'Shvat "Seder"/"celebrations", the Sabbatean sources, Donmeh, Donmeh songs, sabbatean symbolism, and moreTo read the article: https://www.academia.edu/40446460/%D7%94%D7%A2%D7%A5 %D7%94%D7%A0%D7%97%D7%9E%D7%93 %D7%91%D7%9F %D7%99%D7%A9%D7%99 %D7%97%D7%99 %D7%A2%D7%9C %D7%94%D7%90%D7%93%D7%9E%D7%94 %D7%A2%D7%9C %D7%9E%D7%A7%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%95 %D7%94%D7%A9%D7%91%D7%AA%D7%90%D7%99 %D7%A9%D7%9C %D7%A1%D7%93%D7%A8 %D7%98 %D7%95 %D7%91%D7%A9%D7%91%D7%98
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SZ Series Episode 9: With R’ Yechiel Goldhaber discussing Sefer Chemdas Yamim
SZ Series Episode 9: With R’ Yechiel Goldhaber discussing Sefer Chemdas Yamim
Jan 19, 2022
37:35
SZ Episode 9. ** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 9: With R’ Yechiel Goldhaber discussing Sefer Chemdas YamimWe discussed the Sefer, its publication history, its rapid spread & acceptance, accusations of Sabbateanism, who the real author was, minhagim that originate from it, and moreTo email R’ Goldhaber: [email protected]
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With Prof. Glenn Dynner discussing Jewish Tavernkeepers & the Liquor trade in the Kingdom of Poland
With Prof. Glenn Dynner discussing Jewish Tavernkeepers & the Liquor trade in the Kingdom of Poland
Jan 23, 2022
1:02:40
#121.** Sponsored by Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **With Prof. Glenn Dynner (Prof. & chair of Religion at Sarah Lawrence College) discussing Jewish Tavernkeepers & Liquor in the Kingdom of Poland, and his book about it: "Yankel's Tavern: Jews, Liquor, & Life in the Kingdom of Poland."We discussed the history of Jews running taverns in Poland, anti-semitic attitudes towards Jews, new laws of Poland, Jewish underground, Blumrozen affair, Rav Eliyahu Guttmacher & the Kvitlach sent to him, and moreTo purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com/Yankels-Tavern-Liquor-Kingdom-Poland-dp-0190204141/dp/0190204141/ref=mt other? encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=
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SZ Series Episode 10: With Prof. Cengiz Sisman discussing the Dönme
SZ Series Episode 10: With Prof. Cengiz Sisman discussing the Dönme
Jan 26, 2022
1:07:49
SZ Episode 10.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 10: With Prof. Cengiz Sisman discussing the DönmeWe discussed an overview of SZ and his apostasy, the Dönme and their origins, the 3 groups, beliefs, actions, why they stayed "hidden", how widespread they were, main locations, and much moreTo purchase Prof. Sisman's book, "The Burden of Silence": https://www.amazon.com/Burden-Silence-Sabbatai-Evolution-Ottoman-Turkish-dp-019069856X/dp/019069856X/ref=mt other? encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=
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With R' Pinchas Werner discussing his Sefer, "Keitzad Seder Mishna"
With R' Pinchas Werner discussing his Sefer, "Keitzad Seder Mishna"
Jan 30, 2022
47:48
#123.With R' Pinchas Werner discussing his Sefer, "Keitzad Seder Mishna"We discussed the Sefer, the Mishna and its structure, Chazal's intention that it be learned Baal Peh, the proofs for this, practical ways to do this and why someone would want to do so, and more.To purchase the sefer: https://www.shopeichlers.com/products/keitzad-seder-mishna/54765
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With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the Court Diaries of Rabbi Chayim Gundersheim of Frankfurt Am Main, 1773 - 1794
With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the Court Diaries of Rabbi Chayim Gundersheim of Frankfurt Am Main, 1773 - 1794
Feb 6, 2022
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#125.With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the Court Diaries of Rabbi Hayyim Gundersheim of Frankfurt Am Main, 1773 - 1794We discussed what a court diary is, who Rav Chayim Gundersheim was, the position of judge (dayan), the history of this manuscript, examples of the cases discussed in the work, and more To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3z3edmc
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With Dr. Dov Zakheim discussing Rebbe (Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi)
With Dr. Dov Zakheim discussing Rebbe (Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi)
Feb 13, 2022
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#126With Dr. Dov Zakheim discussing Rebbe (Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi) and his new biography, "The Prince And The Emperors: The Life and Times of Rabbi Judah the Prince"We discussed when Rebbe lived, his yichus and family history, his rebbeim, his opinion of Rome and secular learning, who was "Antonious", writing/codifying the Mishnah, and moreTo purchase the book: https://korenpub.com/products/the-prince-and-the-emperors-1
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With Prof. Jeffrey Woolf discussing the Maharik (Rav Yosef Colon Trabotto, 1420 - 1480)
With Prof. Jeffrey Woolf discussing the Maharik (Rav Yosef Colon Trabotto, 1420 - 1480)
Feb 20, 2022
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#128.With Prof. Jeffrey Woolf discussing the Maharik (Rav Yosef Colon Trabotto, 1420 - 1480)We discussed the Maharik's life, his Shu't in general, tshuva about wearing non-jewish clothing (and others), his impact on halacha, dispute with Rav Yehdua Messer Leon, dispute with Rav Moshe Capsali, and more
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With Prof. Yochanan Petrovsky-Shtern discussing the Russians' war against Ukraine: The stakes for the Jews
With Prof. Yochanan Petrovsky-Shtern discussing the Russians' war against Ukraine: The stakes for the Jews
Feb 27, 2022
45:01
#129.We discussed the origins of the Jews of Ukraine, the current Jewish communities there, anti-semitism of the Ukrainians throughout the years and his book about this, why we should care about the conflict, what we can do to help, and moreTo purchase, "The Golden Age Shtetl": https://press.princeton.edu/books/paperback/9780691168517/the-golden-age-shtetlTo purchase, "Jews and Ukrainians: A Millennium of Coexistence": https://utorontopress.com/9780772751119/jews-and-ukrainians/Rabbonim in Ukraine to contact to assist (mentioned by Prof. Petrovsky-Shtern, google contact info): Rabbi Mordekhai Bald (Lviv), Rabbi Shmuel Kaminetzky (Dnipro), Rabbi Shlomo Baksht (Odessa), Rabbi Shlomo Wilhelm (Zhytomyr), Rabbi Menahem Glitzenstein (Chernivtsi) Links mentioned by Prof. Petrovsky-Shtern: NGO that arranges life-saving equipment for Ukrainian soldiers Hospitallers working at the frontline Ukrainian Women’s Veteran Movement NGO that assists internal refugeesNGO that aids traumatised children Please email me for more links
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With Rav Doniel Neustadt discussing Rav Yaakov Kamenetsky's Seforim
With Rav Doniel Neustadt discussing Rav Yaakov Kamenetsky's Seforim
Mar 2, 2022
31:07
#130.** Sponosred by the Rabbi Binyomin Kamenetzky Torah Legacy Foundation: RBKTorah.org**With Rav Doniel Neustadt discussing Rav Yaakov Kamenetsky's Seforim as well Rabbi Neustadt's own Halacha Seforim We discussed Rav Yaakov's writings, how he got involved with them, how and what he worked on, his own halacha writings, and more
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Piyut "Mi Komocha" of Rav Yehuda HaLevi
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Piyut "Mi Komocha" of Rav Yehuda HaLevi
Mar 13, 2022
40:55
#132.With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Piyut "Mi Komocha" of Rav Yehuda HaLeviWe discussed a brief bio of Rav Yehdua HaLevi, the legend of the Ibn Ezra being his son-in-law and the connection to this piyut, when the piyut was meant to be said and when it actually is recited, examples from the piyut, new editions, and more
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With Prof. Daniel J. Lasker discussing the history of Karaism and his new book on the topic
With Prof. Daniel J. Lasker discussing the history of Karaism and his new book on the topic
Mar 27, 2022
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#135.With Prof. Daniel J. Lasker discussing the history of Karaism and his new book, "Karaism: An introduction to the oldest Surviving Alternative Judaism"We discussed the history of the Karaites, how they differed from Tzedukim (sadducees), what the believe, basic ideology, how they differ from rabbinic judaism, where they lived throughout the centuries, where they are today, and more To purchase the book: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/karaism-9781800855960?q=lasker&lang=en&cc=us
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With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Hilchos Mechiras Chametz and his English Sefer on the topic
With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Hilchos Mechiras Chametz and his English Sefer on the topic
Apr 3, 2022
1:26:04
#136With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Hilchos Mechiras Chametz and his English Sefer on the topicWe discussed the basic halachos, what the shtar (contract) contains, the specifics of the Lakewood shtar, listing each item and the value, the kinyan, the minhag to give the Rav money, early mechira, bedikas chametz, and moreTo contact R’ Flohr: [email protected], 732.363.4901To purchase, "A Practical Guide to Mechiras Chametz": https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Guide-%D7%9E%D7%9B%D7%99%D7%A8%D7%AA-%D7%97%D7%9E%D7%A5-Expanded/dp/B09WPP7R7J/ref=sr 1 1?crid=1M30TMIZ6WZSA&keywords=979-8441757911&qid=1648957250&sprefix=979-8441757911%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-1
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With Elie Rosenfeld discussing the Maxwell House Haggadah
With Elie Rosenfeld discussing the Maxwell House Haggadah
Apr 10, 2022
48:37
#137.With Elie Rosenfeld (CEO of Joseph Jacobs Advertising) discussing the Maxwell House HaggadahWe discussed the origins and how it started, old editions and translation, updated translation, covers, does the guy on back cover have 6 fingers, and more To purchase a copy of the Haggadah: MAxwellhousehaggadah.com or JosephJacobsAdvertising.com
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With R' Yosef Gavriel Bechhofer discussing the forged Yerushalmi on Kodashim
With R' Yosef Gavriel Bechhofer discussing the forged Yerushalmi on Kodashim
Apr 18, 2022
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#138With R' Yosef Gavriel Bechhofer discussing the forged Yerushalmi on KodshimWe discussed if there ever was a Yerushalmi on Kodashim, who was Shlomo Yehuda Friedlander-Elgazi, whcih Mesechtas he forged, who he "fooled" and how, who dicovered that it was a fake and how, and moreTo read R' Bechhofer's article on the subject: https://www.academia.edu/3017775/The Talmud Yerushalmi on Kodashim Or Shmuel HTC Skokie IL pdf file
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With Prof. Ephraim Shoham-Steiner discussing Jews and Crime in Medieval Europe
With Prof. Ephraim Shoham-Steiner discussing Jews and Crime in Medieval Europe
May 1, 2022
1:06:19
#140With Prof. Ephraim Shoham-Steiner (Prof. of Medieval Jewish History at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Be'er Sheva) discussing Jews and Crime in Medieval Europe and his new book on the topicWe discussed Jewish "crime" in medieval Europe, examples of this, how the Jewish community dealt with criminals, sources used, what he answers to those who say anti-semites will use the material, what he is trying to show with the book, and moreTo purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3oveIRg
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With Zev Bar-Eitan discussing his English series, "Abravanel's World of Torah"
With Zev Bar-Eitan discussing his English series, "Abravanel's World of Torah"
May 8, 2022
53:59
#142With Zev Bar-Eitan discussing his English series, "Abravanel's World of Torah"We discussed brief bio of the Abarbnel, how he was drawn to Abarbnel and why he decided to translate it into English, examples, why Abarbnel's commentary is important, and moreTo check out his website and purchase the books: https://abravanelsworldoftorah.com/
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With Rabbanit Chana Henkin discussing her son Rav Eitam Z'L HY'D, his writings, and the new English collection just published, "Studies in Halakha and Rabbinic History"
With Rabbanit Chana Henkin discussing her son Rav Eitam Z'L HY'D, his writings, and the new English collection just published, "Studies in Halakha and Rabbinic History"
May 15, 2022
1:01:46
#144With Rabbanit Chana Henkin discussing her son Rav Eitam Z'L HY'D, his writings, and the new English collection just published, "Studies in Halakha and Rabbinic History"We discussed Rav Eitam, his Torah & research interests, his Seforim, examples from the book, future publications, and more To purchase the book, "Studies in Halakha and Rabbinic History": https://korenpub.com/collections/new-releases/products/studies-in-halakha-and-rabbinic-history
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With Prof. Rachel Manekin discussing Jewish Women Runaways in Habsburg Galicia and her book on the topic
With Prof. Rachel Manekin discussing Jewish Women Runaways in Habsburg Galicia and her book on the topic
May 22, 2022
1:00:26
#145With Prof. Rachel Manekin discussing Jewish Women Runaways Girls in Habsburg Galicia and her book on the topicTo purchase the book: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691194936/the-rebellion-of-the-daughters
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With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing Megillas Rus and her book, "Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy"
With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing Megillas Rus and her book, "Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy"
May 29, 2022
1:03:50
#146With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing Megillas Rus and her book, "Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy"To purchase the book: https://korenpub.com/products/ruthhardcover
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With R' Yaakov Yosef Reinman (AKA Avner Gold) discussing his historical fiction book series ("The Strasbourg saga")
With R' Yaakov Yosef Reinman (AKA Avner Gold) discussing his historical fiction book series ("The Strasbourg saga")
Jun 7, 2022
1:14:52
#147With R' Yaakov Yosef Reinman (AKA Avner Gold) discussing his historical fiction book series ("The Strasbourg saga") We discussed why his pseudonym is "Avner Gold", why he wrote the series, how he got into historical fiction, Sabbetai Zevi, The Inquisition, and more
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With Dr. Tzafrir Barzilay discussing well poisoning accusations against Jews and minorities in Medieval Europe (relating to the Black Death)
With Dr. Tzafrir Barzilay discussing well poisoning accusations against Jews and minorities in Medieval Europe (relating to the Black Death)
Jun 12, 2022
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#148** Sponsored byElchanan Schwarz Counseling. Elchanan Schwarz is a licensed mental health counselor with offices in Brooklyn and Lakewood, specializing in adults with anxiety and adjustment disorders. Including stress related to challenging life circumstances such as chronic medical illness and grief. For an appointment call (732) 503-9158.**With Dr. Tzafrir Barzilay discussing well poisoning accusations against Jews and minorities in Medieval Europe and his book on the topic, "Poisoned Wells"We discussed the Black Death, how these well poisoning accusations begun and spread to Jews, how the accusations gained popularity, causes and ramifications of the accusations, pogroms, the decline of the accusations, and more To purchase the book: https://www.pennpress.org/9780812253610/poisoned-wells/
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With Prof. Kenneth Stow discussing the Diary of Anna of Rome and the book he wrote about the diary
With Prof. Kenneth Stow discussing the Diary of Anna of Rome and the book he wrote about the diary
Jun 19, 2022
1:11:20
#149With Prof. Kenneth Stow discussing the Diary of Anna of Rome and the book he wrote about the diaryWe discussed Italian Jews, Rome's Jewish Community, who Anna was, how the diary was found, why he decided to publish it, and more To purchase the book: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300219043/anna-and-tranquillo/
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With Rabbi Yaakov Taubes discussing Rabeinu Bachya and his writings
With Rabbi Yaakov Taubes discussing Rabeinu Bachya and his writings
Jul 3, 2022
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#151With R' Yaakov Taubes discussing Rabeinu Bachya and his writings: Chumash Commentary, Kad HaKemach, Shulchan Shel Arba, and Pirkei AvosWe discussed when he lived, how to pronounce his name, his various seforim, and more Link to English translation of Shulchan Shel Arba: http://jkraus.webspace.wheatoncollege.edu/Links to articles on Rabeinu Bachya: https://www.academia.edu/51307873/Adam Afterman and Idan Pinto Potencies of the Body and Soul Ascetic Ideals and Ritualistic Meals in the Writings of R Ba%E1%B8%A5ya ben Asher Jewish Thought 3 2021 137 179 https://thelehrhaus.com/jewish-thought-history/rabbeinu-bahya-and-the-case-of-the-mysterious-medieval-lightning-rod/ https://www.academia.edu/44415057/Gershom Scholem Bahya ben Asher in Encyclopedia ha Ivrit vol 8 1956 cols 144 145 Hebrew https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pRKpRrs4kBgGkHSIMTAkuGITldO0qvxU/view?usp=sharing
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The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66-74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part I: Causes of conflict
The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66-74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part I: Causes of conflict
Jul 17, 2022
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#153** With Tisha B'Av approaching, check out Aleph Beta's collection of inspiring Tisha B'Av videos. Rabbi David Fohrman, founder of Aleph Beta, explores some of the most beloved Tisha B'Av texts to discover the deeper meaning and relevance of the day. And for a limited time only, listeners get $18 off an annual Aleph Beta membership, which will give you access to all the Tisha b’av videos plus hundreds more on parsha and the other holidays. Go to AlephBeta.org and enter coupon code SEFORIM22 for $18 off an annual premium membership: https://bit.ly/AlephBeta22**The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66-74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part I: Causes of conflict. Based on Prof. Rogers new book, "For the Freedom of Zion: The Gerat Revolt of Jews against Romans, 66 - 74 CE"We discussed Herod (the great): his bio, relationship with Rome, kingdom, reign, death, and more, what happened after Herod's death, Sicarii, Pontius Pilate (and the killing of Jesus), Agrippa I, and much moreTo purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3v1idCNTo support the podcast or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected], or click this link: https://www.seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/
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With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing 1096 (The First Crusade) and the Jews
With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing 1096 (The First Crusade) and the Jews
Jul 24, 2022
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#154.With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing 1096 (the First Crusade), the historical sources and chronicles, and the Kinnos composed in its aftermath We discussed the history of the crusades (Pope Urban II, Peter the Hermit, and others involved), Jewish communities in the Rhineland (Speyer, Worms, and Mainz), the destruction of these communities and others, martyrdom, suicide and the halachos and opinions amongst the Rishonim, Kinnos composed in the aftermath of the destruction, and more.To purchase "In the Year 1096": https://amzn.to/3ztoI3HTo purchase the, “The Jews and the Crusaders: The Hebrew Chronicles of the First and Second Crusades”: https://amzn.to/3Ovt3YBUsing the links may pay us a commission and help support Seforimchatter
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With R' Yaakov Beer discussing Sefer B'Ikvei HaGalus about the Churban
With R' Yaakov Beer discussing Sefer B'Ikvei HaGalus about the Churban
Jul 28, 2022
1:11:30
#155.With R' Yaakov Beer discussing Sefer B'Ikvei HaGalus on the Sugyos about the Churban in Perek HaNizakin in Mesechtas Gittin.We discussed the different aspects of the Sefer, Maharal/Meor Eynayim, Kamtza and Bar Kamtza, Channah/Miriam and her seven sons, other various Gemara's in the Sugya, story with Rebbetzin Luba Rochel Bloch HY'D, haskamos to the Sefer, why the name "B'Ikvei HaGalus", and much more To purchase the Sefer: https://judaicaplaza.com/collections/new-hebrew-seforim/products/17806947
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The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part II: The War and Destruction of the Temple.
The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part II: The War and Destruction of the Temple.
Jul 31, 2022
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#156.** With Tisha B'Av approaching, check out Aleph Beta's collection of inspiring Tisha B'Av videos. Rabbi David Fohrman, founder of Aleph Beta, explores some of the most beloved Tisha B'Av texts to discover the deeper meaning and relevance of the day.And for a limited time only, listeners get $18 off an annual Aleph Beta membership, which will give you access to all the Tisha b’av videos plus hundreds more on parsha and the other holidays. Go to AlephBeta.org and enter coupon code SEFORIM22 for $18 off an annual premium membership: https://bit.ly/AlephBeta22**The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part II: The War and Destruction of the Temple.We began the discussion with the massacres in Jerusalem in 66, Agrippa (II) speech and his place in the war, the end of sacrifices (Korbanos) on behalf of the Romans, the fighting and killing that breaks out across the region, Cestius' intervention and "disaster", the appointment of the Jewish generals, Vespasian's army, Titus's arrival with three legions (and what a Roman legion was), Vespasian's arrival in Iotapata and the subsequent siege and destruction of the city, fall of Gamala, John of Gischala's flight to Jerusalem, Vespasian's march on Jerusalem, Nero's suicide followed by Vindex's revolt in Gaul and Vespasian's subsequent departure for Rome, Romans breaking through the outer wall, second wall, and finally the inner wall, the destruction of the Beis HaMikdash and whether Titus truly "wanted" to burn it down or not (we discussed Josephus's opinion and debated whether this is really as he says), and more.To purchase "For the Freedom of Zion": https://amzn.to/3znnaa7To purchase the Oxford Classics edition of Josephus: https://amzn.to/3PNu3Zw
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The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part III: Masada and the Legacies of the Great Revolt
The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part III: Masada and the Legacies of the Great Revolt
Aug 6, 2022
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#157.** To enhance your Tisha B'Av and understanding of the day and its message, check out Aleph Beta's collection of inspiring Tisha B'Av videos. Rabbi David Fohrman, founder of Aleph Beta, explores some of the most beloved Tisha B'Av texts to discover the deeper meaning and relevance of the day.And for a limited time only, listeners get $18 off an annual Aleph Beta membership, which will give you access to all the Tisha b’av videos plus hundreds more on parsha and the other holidays. Go to AlephBeta.org and enter coupon code SEFORIM22 for $18 off an annual premium membership: https://bit.ly/AlephBeta22**The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part III: Masada and the Legacies of the Great Revolt.We discussed the aftermath of the destruction in Yerushalayim, Titus's return to Rome, the Flavian Amphitheater (Coliseum), Arch of Titus, Masada, and more To purchase "For the Freedom of Zion": https://amzn.to/3znnaa7To purchase the Oxford Classics edition of Josephus: https://amzn.to/3PNu3ZwTo purchase “Masada” by Jodi Magness: https://amzn.to/3dgF9YL
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With Dr. Morris Faierstein discussing the Yudisher Theriak (A Yiddish Defense of Judaism)
With Dr. Morris Faierstein discussing the Yudisher Theriak (A Yiddish Defense of Judaism)
Aug 14, 2022
1:04:48
#158.With Dr. Morris Faierstein discussing the Yudisher Theriak (A Yiddish Defense of Judaism)We discussed what "Theriak" means, who the author was, why he wrote it, who the intended audience was, examples from the book, why translate it, and more To purchase the book: https://www.wsupress.wayne.edu/books/detail/yudisher-theriak
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With David Arnovitz discussing The Tanakh of the Land of Israel
With David Arnovitz discussing The Tanakh of the Land of Israel
Aug 21, 2022
35:33
#159.With David Arnovitz discussing The Tanakh of the Land of Israel (Koren Publishers).To purchase Exodus (Shemos): https://amzn.to/3ChFmoLTo purchase Samuel (Shmuel): https://amzn.to/3Cm4kTW
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Chida and Maagel Tov (the Chida's travelogue)
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Chida and Maagel Tov (the Chida's travelogue)
Aug 28, 2022
1:31:39
#160.With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Chida and Maagel Tov (the Chida's travelogue)We discussed a brief bio of the Chida (Rav Chaim Yosef Dovid Azoulai), when the Maagel Tov was written, how it was written, the publication history, personal stories related by the Chida, famous people and Gedolim that he discusses, the two new editions and how they compare, and much more.To purchase the Raviv edition: https://www.shopeichlers.com/products/magal-tov-volume-1/57949To purchase the Hamaor edition: https://www.shopeichlers.com/products/magel-tov-chida/58039To purchase the Freimann edition: https://amzn.to/3Rkz78d
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With R' Mendy Abramson discussing Bathing and Showering in Halachah and his new English Sefer on the topic
With R' Mendy Abramson discussing Bathing and Showering in Halachah and his new English Sefer on the topic
Sep 4, 2022
1:10:11
#161.With R' Mendy Abramson discussing Bathing and Showering in Halachah and his new English Sefer on the topic We discussed why he wrote a Sefer on the topic, the basic halachos and what he discussed regarding bathing and showering before davening, for Shabbos, 9 days, Tisha B'Av. Yom Tov, and other topics, his haskamos, sources, and more.To purchase the book: https://www.israelbookshoppublications.com/store/pc/Bathing-and-Showering-in-Halachah-12p7840.htm
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With Michelle Margolis and Sharon Liberman Mintz discussing the Jews of Corfu
With Michelle Margolis and Sharon Liberman Mintz discussing the Jews of Corfu
Sep 11, 2022
1:05:14
#162.With Michelle Margolis and Sharon Liberman Mintz discussing the Jews of Corfu and their new exhibit about themWe discussed the Jewish communities of Corfu, their minhagim, printing history, polemic about singing krias shema with a nigun, esrogim of Corfu, famous rabbinic figures in Corfu, ketubot of Corfu, and moreFor the online exhibit: https://exhibitions.library.columbia.edu/exhibits/show/jews corfuFor the exhibit at Columbia: https://blogs.cul.columbia.edu/jewishstudiesatcul/2022/08/16/the-jews-of-corfu-between-the-adriatic-and-the-ionian/For the exhibit at JTS: https://www.jtsa.edu/event/opening-event-jews-of-corfu/
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With Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter discussing Selichos and his new edition of Selichos with introduction and commentary
With Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter discussing Selichos and his new edition of Selichos with introduction and commentary
Sep 18, 2022
1:01:26
#163.With Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter discussing Selichos and his new edition of Selichos with introduction and commentary We discussed the various minhagim of selichos (when it is said), what is different about this edition, the central theme of selichos, the thirteen attributes of mercy, the akeida, zechus avos, tziduk hadin, confession, power of teshuvah, praying to angels, derision of christianity, the style of the commentary, and moreTo purchase the Selichos: https://amzn.to/3SdmMmxhttps://korenpub.com/products/the-reid-family-edition-koren-seli%e1%b8%a5ot-minhag-lita
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With Rabbi Bentzion Ettlinger discussing the Shofar: The Halachos, Minhagim, and his new English Sefer about it
With Rabbi Bentzion Ettlinger discussing the Shofar: The Halachos, Minhagim, and his new English Sefer about it
Sep 21, 2022
1:07:18
#164.With Rabbi Bentzion Ettlinger discussing the Shofar and the Halachos, Minhagim, and his new English Sefer about itWe discussed the reasons for Tekias Shofar, length of Tekia and minhagim, minhagim of Shevarim, minhagim of teruah, tekiah gedolah, kashrus of Shofaros, Baal Makri, eating kiddush before Tekias Shofar, blowing during silent Shemoneh Esrei or Chazaras HaShatz, haskamos for the Sefer, why in English, and more. Also included R' Ettlinger blowing various examples. **Apologies for the somewhat muffled sound on the Shofar due to the recording**To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3rrNcFJhttps://mosaicapress.com/product/the-shofar/
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With Prof. Joshua Teplitsky, Prof. Debra Kaplan, and Dr. Zev Eleff discussing the Esrog and the new volume, "Be Fruitful! The Etrog in Jewish Art, Culture, and History"
With Prof. Joshua Teplitsky, Prof. Debra Kaplan, and Dr. Zev Eleff discussing the Esrog and the new volume, "Be Fruitful! The Etrog in Jewish Art, Culture, and History"
Sep 28, 2022
1:36:30
#165.With Prof. Joshua Teplitsky, Prof. Debra Kaplan, and Dr. Zev Eleff discussing the Esrog and the new volume, "Be Fruitful! The Etrog in Jewish Art, Culture, and History"We discussed how the project came to be, who the "Esroger" was, what his position entailed, the hardship of procuring Esrogim in Europe, involvement of the civil authorities, how and where communities got Esrogim and Arba Minim from, who purchased the Esrogim - the Kehilla or individuals?, how many Esrogim were used per Kehilla, fairs, takkanos, using dried out minim from previous years, women and Esrogim, the Esrog in America: Where they were from, Caribbean Esrogim and how they differed, Rabbi Abraham Rice and his psak, Isaac Leeser and The Occident, Corfu Esrogim, and more. To purchase the book: https://judaicaplaza.com/products/coja-138-0
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With R' Moshe Parnes discussing the Mitzvah of Hakhel and his new Sefer on the topic
With R' Moshe Parnes discussing the Mitzvah of Hakhel and his new Sefer on the topic
Oct 2, 2022
42:01
#166.With R' Moshe Parnes discussing the Mitzvah of Hakhel and his new Sefer on the topic We discussed what the Mitzvah of Hakhel is, when and where it was performed, who was mechuyav in this Mitzvah, which Sefer Torah was used, who read from it, the reasons for the Mitzvah, the inyan (or lack thereof) for the Mitzvah today, and much more To purchase the Sefer: https://zbermanbooks.com/%D7%A4%D7%A8%D7%A9%D7%AA-%D7%94%D7%9E%D7%9C%D7%9A-%D7%A2%D7%9C-%D7%9E%D7%A6%D7%95%D7%AA-%D7%94%D7%A7%D7%94%D7%9C-%D7%A8%D7%9E-%D7%A4%D7%A8%D7%A0%D7%A1
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With Daniel Klein discussing Shadal (Shmuel/Samuel David Luzzatto) and his Sefer "Ohev Ger" on Targum Onkelos
With Daniel Klein discussing Shadal (Shmuel/Samuel David Luzzatto) and his Sefer "Ohev Ger" on Targum Onkelos
Oct 23, 2022
1:07:50
#167.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]** With Dan Klein discussing Shadal (Shmuel/Samuel David Luzzatto) and his Sefer "Ohev Ger" on Targum Onkelos and the new edition of the SeferWe discussed a brief bio of Shadal's life (for more see our previous podcast episode: https://seforimchatter.com/2021/01/03/with-daniel-klein-discussing-shadal-samuel-david-luzzatto-1800-1865-and-his-new-translation-of-shadal-on-chumash/ ), the sefer Ohev Ger and why he wrote it, his rules of Onkelos, his textual variants that he discovered of Onkelos, and much moreTo purchase the new edition of Ohev Ger: https://shadal.co.il/shop/%d7%90%d7%95%d7%94%d7%91-%d7%92%d7%a8/To purchase the old edition of Ohev Ger ($3.99): https://amzn.to/3CYPba7To purchase Dan's english editions of Shadal's Chumash commentary:Bereishis: https://amzn.to/3z7SRVEShemos: https://amzn.to/3siR64rVayikra: https://amzn.to/3VVAmOfFor other new editions of seforim by Shadal: https://shadal.co.il/
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With Prof. Aviva Ben-Ur discussing the Jews of Suriname
With Prof. Aviva Ben-Ur discussing the Jews of Suriname
Oct 30, 2022
1:08:50
#168.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]** We discussed the Jews of Suriname, where they come from and when they came, where they lived, how the community functioned, shuls, Jews role in Surinamese society at large, Eurafrican Jews, Purim in Suriname, the end of communal autonomy , the community in the 19th and 20th century and today, and moreTo purchase the book:https://amzn.to/3TPCghTTo purchase Prof. Ben-Ur’s older book: “Jewish Cemeteries in Suriname”: https://amzn.to/3WeZ7VG
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With Roy Shasha discussing Chacham Shemtob Gaguine (1884 - 1953) and his Seforim
With Roy Shasha discussing Chacham Shemtob Gaguine (1884 - 1953) and his Seforim
Nov 6, 2022
1:21:56
#169.With Roy Shasha discussing Chacham Shemtob Gaguine (1884 - 1953) and his SeforimWe discussed Chacham Gaguine's bio, his Sefer "Keter Shem Tov", sources that are used and minhagim discussed, his sermons ("Pachad Yitzchak"), other writings, and moreTo purchase “Pachad Yitzchak”: https://judaicaplaza.com/products/8494058
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With Dr. Yakov Mayer discussing the first edition of the Talmud Yerushalmi
With Dr. Yakov Mayer discussing the first edition of the Talmud Yerushalmi
Nov 13, 2022
1:01:04
#170.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]** With Dr. Yakov Mayer discussing the first printing of the Talmud Yerushalmi We discussed the history of print and the 16th century, Aldus Manutius, Daniel Bomberg, the Leiden manuscript of Yerushalmi, how the edition was edited, other manuscript(s) that were used for the first edition, Yaakov ben Chaim Ibn Adoniyahu, Rav David Pizzeghitaone, who edited the Yerushalmi, and moreTo read an article by Dr. Mayer on the topic: https://www.ancientjewreview.com/read/2022/8/31/editio-princeps-the-1523-venice-edition-of-the-palestinian-talmud-and-the-beginning-of-hebrew-printingTo purchase the book: https://www.magnespress.co.il/book/Editio Princeps-8320To purchase "Nechemiah": http://www.ybook.co.il/book/7679/%D7%A0%D7%97%D7%9E%D7%99%D7%94
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Rabeinu Avraham Ben Harambam (1186 - 1237); Life and Works
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Rabeinu Avraham Ben Harambam (1186 - 1237); Life and Works
Nov 20, 2022
1:39:59
#171.With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Rabeinu Avraham Ben HaRambam and the new edition of his Seforim We discussed his life, relationship with his father the Rambam, his writings, Pirush on Chumash and its style, the classical style of pirushei chumash of Geonim/Sefard and how that differs, language the commentary was written in, the new edition and what was changed and corrected, quotations of the Rambam in the pirush, and much more To purchase the new Pirush Al Hatorah:Bereishis: https://www.ebay.com/itm/372870295843Shemos: https://www.ebay.com/itm/393142142650To purchase the Ma’amar Al HaAggados: https://www.ebay.com/itm/392868012226To purchase “Milchamos Hashem”: https://amzn.to/3ASiFGvTo purchase the English translation of Sefer HaMaspik: https://amzn.to/3UPZ3dHTo contact R’ Moshe: [email protected] purchase
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With Rabbi Edward Reichman, MD discussing his new book, The Anatomy of Jewish Law, on the topic of Medicine, Medical History, and Rabbinic Literature
With Rabbi Edward Reichman, MD discussing his new book, The Anatomy of Jewish Law, on the topic of Medicine, Medical History, and Rabbinic Literature
Nov 27, 2022
1:14:47
#172.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Rabbi Edward Reichman, MD discussing his new book, The Anatomy of Jewish Law, on the topic of Medicine, Medical History, and Rabbinic Literature.We various topics from the book inlcuding, The Luz bone, Mumia, Vaccinations, Covid-19, transplanation, Rav Yehonosan Eyebeshutz, other projects of his, and moreTo purchase “The Anatomy of Jewish Law”; https://amzn.to/3U8R9v6To purchase “Pondering Pre-Modern Pandemics in Jewish History”: https://amzn.to/3gEUV1A
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With Prof. Francesca Trivellato discussing the myth that Jews invented Bills of Exchange (Credit)
With Prof. Francesca Trivellato discussing the myth that Jews invented Bills of Exchange (Credit)
Dec 4, 2022
1:08:57
#173.With Prof. Francesca Trivellato discussing the myth/legend of the Jews inventing Bills of Exchange (credit)We discussed the definition of Bills of Exchange and Marine Insurance, how the legend/myth of attributing their creation to Jews began, who really created them, Ètienne Cleirac and his work, the scope and meaning of usury, the definition of "credit", what happened to the legend after the 17th century, and more. To purchase "The Promise and Peril of Credit": https://amzn.to/3EYY83ZFor a short article with an excerpt from the book: https://aeon.co/essays/what-is-the-link-between-medieval-and-modern-antisemitism
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With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the codification of Jewish law in the 16th century and Rav Yosef Karo, Rav Shlomo Luria (Maharshal), and Rav Moshe Isserles (Rema)
With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the codification of Jewish law in the 16th century and Rav Yosef Karo, Rav Shlomo Luria (Maharshal), and Rav Moshe Isserles (Rema)
Dec 11, 2022
47:50
#174.With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the codification of Jewish law in the 16th century and Rav Yosef Karo, Rav Shlomo Luria (Maharshal), and Rav Moshe Isserles (Rema).We discussed why he wrote the book, the bio of Rav Yosef Karo and his style of psak, Bio of Mahrashal and hbs style of psak, Bio of Rema and his style of psak, chumra, minhag, printing history of each of their seforim, and much more.To purchase “The Codification of Jewish Law on the Cusp of Modernity “: https://amzn.to/3UPvZlM
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With Prof. Emily Michelson discussing Catholic Preaching to Jews in Rome
With Prof. Emily Michelson discussing Catholic Preaching to Jews in Rome
Jan 1, 2023
1:00:04
#177.With Prof. Emily Michelson discussing Catholic Preaching to Jews in Rome.We discussed the Jewish community of Rome, the history of sermons to Jews, who was preaching and what was said in these sermons, where did the sermons take place, what the sermons were intended to do, how many Jews were forced to attend each sermon, when were the sermons abolished, and much more To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3G8UvsV
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With Prof. Jessica Marglin discussing Nissim Shamama (d. 1873) and the legal battle over his fortune
With Prof. Jessica Marglin discussing Nissim Shamama (d. 1873) and the legal battle over his fortune
Dec 25, 2022
1:29:46
#176.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Prof. Jessica Marglin discussing Nissim Shamama (d. 1873) and the battle over his fortune We discussed Tunisia and the Jews there, who Nissim Shamama was, how he became so fabulously wealthy, his move to Paris & Italy, Nissim's death, the battle over his fortune, the players, halachic & legal arguments, Rav Eliyahu Benamozegh's involvement , and much moreTo purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3jhjjXR
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With Rabbi Yehoshua Lifschitz discussing the various Seforim that he wrote & edited (Sifrei Meir Panim)
With Rabbi Yehoshua Lifschitz discussing the various Seforim that he wrote & edited (Sifrei Meir Panim)
Jan 8, 2023
39:37
#188With Rabbi Yehoshua Lifschitz discussing the various Seforim that he wrote & editedWe discussed how & why he picks Seforim to edit, what goes into his editing process, new edition of Zohar, who his Seforim are targeted towards, and more For Rabbi Lifschitz website: http://sifrei-meir-panim.com/Rav Lifschitz email: [email protected]
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Rav Dovid HaNaggid & his commentary on Parshas Vaera
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Rav Dovid HaNaggid & his commentary on Parshas Vaera
Jan 15, 2023
1:08:55
#179.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Rav Dovid HaNaggid & his commentary on Parshas VaeraWe discussed Rav Dovid HaNaggid's bio, his writings, chumash commentary, style of the commentary, sources quoted, his opinion of magic (the Rambam's position), the snake's and Egyptian magicians, the manuscript of the commentary, and moreTo view the commentary: https://www.academia.edu/94579610/%D7%A7%D7%98%D7%A2 %D7%9E%D7%A1%D7%A4%D7%A8 %D7%9B%D7%9C%D7%99%D7%9C %D7%94%D7%99%D7%95%D7%A4%D7%99 %D7%9C%D7%A8%D7%91%D7%99 %D7%93%D7%95%D7%93 %D7%91%D7%A8%D7%91%D7%99 %D7%99%D7%94%D7%95%D7%A9%D7%A2 %D7%94%D7%A0%D7%92%D7%99%D7%93For R' Moshe Maimon's website: https://www.torahresearch.institute/To order a copy of Mekhilta email [email protected]
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With Prof. Matt Goldish discussing Chacham David Nieto (1654 - 1728)
With Prof. Matt Goldish discussing Chacham David Nieto (1654 - 1728)
Jan 22, 2023
1:25:25
#180.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Prof. Matt Goldish discussing Chacham David Nieto (1654 - 1728)We discussed Chacham Nieto's bio, where he was born, the London Jewish Community, Chacham Nieto's Seforim (Mateh Dan / Kuzari HaSheini), the controversy over nature & the Chacham Tzvi's involvement, writings against Nechemia Chayun, other beliefs and opinions of Chacham Nieto & other writings, and much moreTo purchase an older edition of Mateh Dan: https://amzn.to/3D65QsX (only $3.99)For the newer edition: https://zbermanbooks.com/%D7%94%D7%9B%D7%95%D7%96%D7%A8%D7%99-%D7%94%D7%A9%D7%A0%D7%99-%D7%9E%D7%98%D7%94-%D7%93%D7%9FTo purchase “On Divine Providence or Universal Nature or Naturing Nature”: https://amzn.to/3Hm92mZTo purchase “Triumphs of Poverty”: https://amzn.to/3QZZ6TuFor more on Chacham Nieto from Prof. Goldish: https://www.academia.edu/38182172/Matt Goldish Hakham David Nieto on Divine Providence in Avriel Bar Levav Claude B Stuczynski and Michael Heyd eds Paths to Modernity A Tribute to Yosef Kaplan Jerusalem Shazar 2018 267 280and https://www.academia.edu/38040404/Matt Goldish Nieto David in Michael Terry ed Reader s Guide to Judaism Chicago Fitzroy Dearborn Publishers 2000 453 454
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With Prof. Daniel Schwartz discussing the history of the (word) Ghetto
With Prof. Daniel Schwartz discussing the history of the (word) Ghetto
Jan 29, 2023
47:22
#181.** To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Prof. Daniel Schwartz discussing the history of the (word) Ghetto We discussed what a history of a word means, the definition of the word "Ghetto," origins of the word, history of the first Ghetto's, how the word was transported across Europe and then to the US, how the word came to include further definitions, and more To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3JjZB93
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With Prof. Yossi Chajes discussing Kabblastic Trees (האילן הקבלי)
With Prof. Yossi Chajes discussing Kabblastic Trees (האילן הקבלי)
Feb 5, 2023
1:18:28
#182.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Prof. Yossi Chajes discussing Kabblastic Trees (האילן הקבלי)We discussed the definition of kabbalstic trees, who made them, why they were made, differences between "standard" trees and Lurianic trees, printed trees, the manuscripts in the book, connection to Tu B'Shvat, the lack of scholarship on kabbalstic trees until now, and more To purchase the book from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3RxN9EATo purchase from the press (and use code "ILANOT" for 30% off): https://www.psupress.org/books/titles/978-0-271-09345-1.htmlFor the Ilanot website: https://www.ilanot.org/
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With R' Dovid Silverman discussing Sefer Matamei Yitzchak & the story behind the manuscript
With R' Dovid Silverman discussing Sefer Matamei Yitzchak & the story behind the manuscript
Feb 12, 2023
37:31
#183.With R' Dovid Silverman discussing Sefer Matamei Yitzchak of Rav Yitzchak Marim Tolochko ZT'LWe discussed how he found the manuscript, why he decided to publish it, Rav Tolochko's bio, haskamos of the Sefer, content & stykle of the Sefer, and moreTo contact R' Silverman: [email protected]
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With Prof. Elisheva Baumgarten discussing Jewish daily life in the Middle Ages
With Prof. Elisheva Baumgarten discussing Jewish daily life in the Middle Ages
Feb 19, 2023
53:13
#184.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Prof. Elisheva Baumgarten discussing Jewish daily life in the Middle AgesWe discussed Jewish daily life in the Middle Ages in Ashkenaz, literacy and pictures and how we define "literate," how biblical women are used to illustrate the lives of everyday women & men in the middle ages, how this book differs from Prof. Baumgarten's previous works, and moreTo purchase "Biblical Women and Jewish Daily Life in the Middle Ages": https://amzn.to/3YT6nXQTo purchase "Mothers and Children": https://amzn.to/3Z3OmpGTo purchase "Practicing Piety in Medieval Ashkenaz: Men, Women, and Everyday Religious Observance": https://amzn.to/3lOrOet
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With R' Elimelech Zweibel discussing Sefer Eim Labinah of Rav Yaakov Emden
With R' Elimelech Zweibel discussing Sefer Eim Labinah of Rav Yaakov Emden
Feb 26, 2023
55:27
#185.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**To listen to "Reid Bites" from Sruly Bornstein that discuss Sefer EimLaBinah: 1. https://app.daf-yomi.net/others/2071000002. https://app.daf-yomi.net/others/1811300003. https://app.daf-yomi.net/others/174270000We discussed how R' Elimelech came across the manuscript, why it wasn't printed before, why the name "Eim LaBinah", what the Sefer discusses, what is unique about the work, personal anecdotes of the Yaavetz in the sefer, how the work was edited, and more.To view sample pictures of the Sefer: https://www.flipsnack.com/BFA57BA7C6F/-.html
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With Dr. Zev Eleff discussing the history of the Purim Shpiel (in America)
With Dr. Zev Eleff discussing the history of the Purim Shpiel (in America)
Mar 5, 2023
35:00
#186.** This episode sponsored by Koren Publishers. Use code CHATTER at www.korenpub.com for 10% of your order. **With Dr. Zev Eleff discussing the history of the Purim Shpiel (in America)We discussed what the Purim Shpiel/Rav is, what "Shpiel" means, where/how it became standard in Yeshivos, Volozhin, American Yeshivos and the Purim shpiel, pushback to the shpiel, and moreTo read Dr. Eleff's articles on the topic: https://theconversation.com/purim-spiels-skits-and-satire-have-brought-merriment-to-an-ancient-jewish-holiday-in-america-177700https://www.academia.edu/23634811/ Behind the Laughter The Purim Shpiel Comes to America and Chicago To purchase Dr. Eleff’s new book, “Dyed in Crimson”: https://amzn.to/3SRg2wf
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With R' Eliyahu Simcha Hellmann discussing Rav Yitzchak Dov Bamberger - The Wurzburger Rav (1807 - 1878) - and Kollel Achsanya Shel Torah
With R' Eliyahu Simcha Hellmann discussing Rav Yitzchak Dov Bamberger - The Wurzburger Rav (1807 - 1878) - and Kollel Achsanya Shel Torah
Mar 19, 2023
1:35:30
#188.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**NOTE: Discussion of the Wurzburger Rav begins at 41:20With R' Eliyahu Simcha Hellmann ln discussing Rav Yitzchak Dov Bamberger, The Wurzburger Rav (1807 - 1878), and Kollel Achsanya Shel TorahWe discussed Kollel Achsanya Shel Torah, what the Kollel does and its mission, the Kollel's newsletter, publishing Seforim of German Gedolim, the Wurzburger Rav and his bio, his various Seforim, new edition of Meleches Shomayim on Sta"m published through the Kollel, Amirah L'Beis Yaakov, and moreTo learn more about the Kollel: https://kollelashkenaz.orgTo support the Kollel: https://kollelashkenaz.org/donate/For the Kollel’s podcast: https://kollelashkenaz.org/podcastTo sign up for the weekly newsletter: https://kollelashkenaz.org/newsletter-subscription/To contact R' Hellmann: Email - [email protected]: 845-304-3744
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With R' Moshe Hubner discussing his English adaption of Minchas Chinuch on Pesach
With R' Moshe Hubner discussing his English adaption of Minchas Chinuch on Pesach
Mar 26, 2023
57:47
#189.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With R' Moshe Hubner discussing the Minchas Chinuch on Mitzvas Pesach & his English adaption We discussed the Minchas Chinuch and his bio, the English adaption, why adapt into English, examples, and moreTo purchase the first volume on Pesach: https://www.ebay.com/itm/374572892059To purchase the new volume on Pesach: https://www.ebay.com/itm/374581170675Click here to hear many of his shiurim and subscribe: https://www.rabbihubner.com/
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With Rav Yehoshua Hartman discussing the Maharal's Shabbos HaGadol Derasha
With Rav Yehoshua Hartman discussing the Maharal's Shabbos HaGadol Derasha
Mar 29, 2023
1:18:08
#190.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Rav Yehoshua Hartman discussing the Maharal's Shabbos HaGadol DerashaWe discussed the Derasha, how it was originally published so quickly, what happened to the Maharal's other Shabbos HaGadol Derashos, how the Maharal said this entire Derasha on one Shabbos, examples from the Derasha, and much more.
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With Rabbi Isaac Rice discussing the Haggadah Shel Pesach and the foundations of running a Seder
With Rabbi Isaac Rice discussing the Haggadah Shel Pesach and the foundations of running a Seder
Apr 2, 2023
50:31
#191.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Rabbi Isaac Rice discussing the Haggadah Shel Pesach and the foundations of running a SederWe discussed why another Haggadah, what is different about this one, why do the kids teach the parents instead of vice versa, yesodos of leading a seder, and much more.To purchase the Haggdah: https://mosaicapress.com/product/a-night-of-teaching-haggadah/
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With Prof. Ronnie Hsia discussing the ritual murder trial (blood libel) of Trent in 1475
With Prof. Ronnie Hsia discussing the ritual murder trial (blood libel) of Trent in 1475
Apr 9, 2023
39:33
#192.** To read the Mishpacha interview about the podcast: https://mishpacha.com/one-for-the-books-3/** ** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Prof. Ronnie Hsia discussing the ritual murder trial (blood libel) of Trent, 1475 We discussed where Trent is situated geographically, the boy Simon, the accusation and subsequent "trial" in 1475, the torture of the Jews, the Church's reaction, the cult of Simon that arose, the manuscript used for the research, and moreTo purchase the book: https://amzn.to/41cGhAdFor feedback, questions, or comments email: [email protected]
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With Dr. Akiva Sternberg discussing Halachic challenges with the early Jewish immigration to America (1850 - 1924)
With Dr. Akiva Sternberg discussing Halachic challenges with the early Jewish immigration to America (1850 - 1924)
Apr 16, 2023
1:23:08
#193.** To read the Mishpacha interview about the podcast: https://mishpacha.com/one-for-the-books-3/**** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Dr. Akiva Sternberg discussing Halachic challenges with the early Jewish immigration to America (1850 - 1924)We discussed the general Halachich issues raised by immigration to America, why focus on these years, shabbos, tragedies at sea (shipwrecks), kashrus, agunah, gittin, chalitzah, and other issues, rabbonim cited, style of the book, and more.To purchase the book: https://masortikadmoni.wixsite.com/mysite/contact-8For Dr. Sternberg’s website: https://masortikadmoni.wixsite.com/mysite
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Legacy Judaica auction 11 catalogue
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Legacy Judaica auction 11 catalogue
Apr 18, 2023
1:27:23
#194.** Sponsored by Legacy Judaica**** The auction will be Sunday April 23rd at 1PM. Bid here: bit.ly/3GLi645 or attend in-person at Estreia, 978 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701**With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Legacy Judaica auction 11 catalogue and the many items contained therein. We discussed a number of the items, while discussing the historical significance of the items and various tidbits of information. We also made mention of newer editions of some of the items and the like.To see the catalogue and bid on items (make to register first): bit.ly/3GLi645To see and bid on the Meir Tehillos: bit.ly/3UGN0QXTo see and bid on the Nachlas Avos: bit.ly/41fehMLTo see and bid on the Venice 1523 Talmud Yerushalmi: bit.ly/3L9ZUDXTo see and bid on the 1st edition Chafetz Chaim: bit.ly/3L6Mf09To see and bid on the Kiryas Sefer of the Meiri: bit.ly/41yAVztTo see and bid on the Cherem on mixed dancing: bit.ly/3KITt9iTo see and bid on the Dvar Shmuel: bit.ly/43J9DbBTo see and bid on the Luchos Eidus of Rav Yehonoson Eybeschutz: bit.ly/3A7wi3KTo see and bid on the Magen V'Tzinah: bit.ly/43EnIXHTo see and bid on the Yosef Tikva regarding machine matzos: bit.ly/41hbRwWTo see and bid on the forged Yerushalmi Kodshim: bit.ly/43CHpitTo see and bid on the Sidrei Taharos: bit.ly/3A3oBeSTo see and bid on the 1st edition Zera Shimshon: bit.ly/3GSB2hrTo see and bid on the letter of Rav Shlomo Zalman: bit.ly/3MMpOPeTo see and bid on the Baal Shem Tov letter from the Kherson Geniza: bit.ly/3oob3ryTo see and bid on the Aderes letter regarding the Maharil Diskin Seforim: bit.ly/3KN5KK0To see and bid on the Jerusalem Municipality tax letter to the Brisker Rav: bit.ly/3MPs1ta
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With Prof. David Kertzer discussing Pope Pius XII and his relationship with Mussolini and Hitler and his silence regarding the Jews during the Holocaust
With Prof. David Kertzer discussing Pope Pius XII and his relationship with Mussolini and Hitler and his silence regarding the Jews during the Holocaust
Apr 23, 2023
1:21:02
#195.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Prof. David Kertzer discussing Pope Pius XII and his relationship with Mussolini and Hitler and silence regarding the Jews during the HolocaustWe discussed Pius XII and his background, how he differed from his predecessors, Benito Mussolini and the relationship between the two men, Pius's relationship with Hitler and the Germans, Pius's inaction and silence when Germany invaded Poland, Bombing of Rome and invasion of Italy, Mussolini's removal, the roundup of Rome's Jews and the Pope's silence and only caring for those baptized and the like, and much more.To purchase, "The Pope at War": https://amzn.to/41zNLhe
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With Rav Shnayor Burton discussing the mitzvah to reside in Eretz Yisrael and his new Sefer on the topic
With Rav Shnayor Burton discussing the mitzvah to reside in Eretz Yisrael and his new Sefer on the topic
Apr 30, 2023
54:13
#196.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Rav Shnayor Burton discussing the mitzvah to reside in Eretz Yisrael and his new Sefer HaAretz Asher Arecha on the topic.We discussed why he decided to write a sefer on the topic, what the sefer is not, what he is trying to accomplish with the sefer, who the sefer is geared towards, an overview of the mitzvah, the Satmar Rav's shitah and Rav Burton's response, sources used, haskamos, and much moreTo purchase the Sefer: https://www.ebay.com/itm/374477700772For Rav Burton's podcast series on the topic: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-great-sources-with-rabbi-shnayor-burton/id1493232233To email Rav Burton: [email protected] Rav Burton's substack: https://shnayor.substack.com/
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With Aaron Friedman discussing Sefer Pnei Avraham on Shas and the story of how his father saved the manuscript after the holocaust
With Aaron Friedman discussing Sefer Pnei Avraham on Shas and the story of how his father saved the manuscript after the holocaust
May 14, 2023
1:12:12
#198.** To support the podcast: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email [email protected]**With Aaron Friedman discussing Sefer Pnei Avraham on Shas and the story of how his father saved the manuscript after the holocaust We discussed Mr. Friedman's father and the story of how he saved the manuscript after the holocaust, the mechaber Rav Avraham Able Katz Seelendfreund and his bio, the history of the "Status Quo" kehilla, the style of the sefer, "Pilpul", Mr. Friedman's next project, and much more.To purchase the Sefer: https://zbermanbooks.com/%D7%A4%D7%A0%D7%99-%D7%90%D7%91%D7%A8%D7%94%D7%9D-%D7%A4%D7%A1%D7%97%D7%99%D7%9D-%D7%92%D7%99%D7%98%D7%99%D7%9F-%D7%91%D7%91%D7%90-%D7%9E%D7%A6%D7%99%D7%A2%D7%90And https://www.machonso.org/publications/item.asp?id=2164To contact Mr. Friedman: [email protected]