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This is a new presentation of the philosophy of the Talmud. The Talmud is not a work of formal philosophy, but much of what it says is relevant to philosophical enquiry, including issues explored in contemporary debates. In particular, the Talmud has original ideas about the relation between universal ethics and the ethics of a particular community. This leads into a discussion on the relation between morality and ritual, and also about the epistemological role of tradition.
The book explains the paradoxes of Talmudic Judaism as arising from a philosophy of revolution, stemming from Jewish origins as a band of escaped slaves, determined not to reproduce the slave-society of Egypt. From this arises a daring humanism, and an emphasis on justice in this world rather than on other-worldly spirituality. A strong emphasis on education and the cultivation of rationality also stems from this. Governing the discussion is a theory of logic that differs significantly from Greek logic. Talmudic logic is one of analogy, not classification and is peculiarly suited to discussions of moral and legal human situations.
This book will be of interest to those in the fields of philosophy, religion and the history of ideas, whether students, teachers and academics, or the interested general reader.
Author
Hyam Maccoby
Book Format
Paperback
Publisher
Routledge
Published
October 2010
Weight
296g
Dimensions
140 x 216 x 14 mm
ISBN
9780415592642
ISBN-10
041559264X
Eden Code
4832815
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Author/Creator: Hyam Maccoby
ISBN: 9780415592642
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date: October 2010
Weight: 296g
Dimensions: 140 x 216 x 14 mm
Eden Code: 4832815