Talmud Courses with Inactive credit recommendations - Mercaz HaTorah

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Mercaz HaTorah

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Talmud 11 - Survey Kethuboth I (T11)

Length:

Version 1 and 2: 25 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 50 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

Version 1: August 1991 - April 2006. Version 2: May 2006 - December 2024.

Objectives:

Version 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; explicate the literary and linguistic elements of Talmudic Aramaic; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; and utilize Rashi's commentary to render the text intelligible.

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Students read and study tractate Kethuboth employing the commentary of Rashi. Instruction and peer study involve the legal principles of compensation in marital affairs. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the breadth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

Version 1: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Transcripts for September 1996 - April 2006 will indicate whether students are first or second year. Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (5/06 reconsideration) (8/08 revalidation) (12/19 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Intensive Study course of the same title.

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Talmud 110, 210, or 310 - Kethuboth I (T110, T210, or T310)

Length:

42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

August 1993 - December 2024.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, first year students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. In addition to the outcomes stated above, second year students (and beyond) will be able to: analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.

Instruction:

Students read and study tractate Kethuboth employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws and observances pertaining to marriage and the marriage ceremony. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation) (12/19 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.

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Talmud 111, 211, or 311 - Kethuboth II (T111, T211, or T311)

Length:

170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

August 1993 - December 2024.

Objectives:

First year students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the outcomes above, students will be able to analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.

Instruction:

Students read and study tractate Kethuboth employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the procedures for adjudicating court cases involving personal status. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation) (12/19 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.

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Talmud 12 - Survey Kethuboth II (T12)

Length:

Version 1 and 2: 100 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 200 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

Version 1: August 1991 - April 2006. Version 2: May 2006 - December 2024.

Objectives:

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Students read and study tractate Kethuboth employing the commentary of Rashi. Instruction and peer study involve the laws and commandments pertaining to marital rights. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the breadth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

Version 1: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Transcripts for September 1996 - April 2006 will indicate whether students are first or second year. Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (5/06 reconsideration) (8/08 revalidation) (12/19 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Intensive Study course of the same title.

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Talmud 130, 230 or 330 - Gitin (T130, T230, or T330)

Length:

110.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 227.5 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

August 1993 - May 2022.

Objectives:

Instruction:

Students read and study tractate Gitin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the use of an agent to effect divorce, courts adjudicating divorce proceedings, and the authority of courts in general. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title. *NOTE: The credit recommendation for this course is extended to individuals who completed study between August 1992 and July 1993 upon the successful completion of a current examination. The official transcript from Mercaz Hatorah will indicate whether an individual qualifies under this special arrangement.

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Talmud 135, 235, or 335 - Kidushin I (T135, T235, or T335)

Length:

110.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 227.5 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

August 1993 - December 2007.

Objectives:

First year students will be able to discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.

Instruction:

Students read and study tractate Kidushin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the nature and forms of betrothal. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.

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Talmud 136, 236, or 336 - Kidushin II (T136, T236, or T336)

Length:

42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

August 1993 - December 2007.

Objectives:

First year students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.

Instruction:

Students read and study tractate Kidushin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws pertaining to indentured servitude. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.

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Talmud 141, 241, or 341 - Bava Kama III (T141, T241, or T341)

Length:

97.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 240 hours of supervised peer study

Dates:

May 2010 - May 2022.

Objectives:

Students will be able to: discuss the literary and linguistic elements characteristic of the Talmudic Aramaic, allowing a systematic reading of the talmudic text; the substance of the legal material developed in the talmudic discussion; the dynamics of talmudic argumentation; the variety of interpretive opinion represented in the glosses and codices of Rishonim and Ahronim texts which students will be able to systematically negotiate.

Instruction:

Students read and study tractate Bava Kama employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws pertaining to torts and damages. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

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Talmud 144, 244, or 344 - Bava Metzia (T144, T244, or T344)

Length:

170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

August 1993 - December 2007.

Objectives:

First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.

Instruction:

The student reads and studies tractate Bava Metzia employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws and procedures concerning the establishment of legal possession with special emphasis on lost property. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.

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Talmud 145, 245, or 345 - Bava Metzia III (T145, T245, or T345)

Length:

97.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 240 hours of supervised peer study.

Dates:

May 2006 - May 2022.

Objectives:

Instruction:

Students read and study tractate Bava Metzia employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws and procedures concerning the establishment of legal possession with special emphasis on lost property. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.

Credit recommendation:

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