Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 69 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law I (Jewish Law 101): Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws discussing the area of Jewish Law as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law I (Jewish Law 201) : In addition to Jewish Law I 101, students will be able to: master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the appropriate chapters. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law I (Jewish Law 101): In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion. Jewish Law I (Jewish Law 201): In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation) (3/17 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law I 101 or Jewish Law I 201. The course can be repeated multiple times as long as the section of Jewish Law is different. For example, Jewish Law 102 The Laws of Prayer does not overlap with Jewish Law 102 The Laws of Shema I.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law II (Jewish Law 102): Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws discussing the area of Jewish Law as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law II (Jewish Law 202): In addition to Jewish Law II (Jewish Law 102), students will be able to master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Jewish Law II (Jewish Law 102, 202): Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the appropriate chapters. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law II (Jewish Law 102): In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies or Religion. Jewish Law II (Jewish Law 202): In the upper division baccalaureate degree category,1 semester hour in Judaic Studies or Religion (1/00) (3/12 revalidation) (3/17 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law II (Jewish Law 102) or Jewish Law II (Jewish Law 202). The course can be repeated multiple times as long as the section of Jewish Law is different. For example, Jewish Law 112 The Laws of Prayer does not overlap with Jewish Law 110 The Laws of Shema I.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition 39 hours of supervised peer study.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to prepare and review the relevant sources related to pertinent topics; develop an appreciation for areas of Jewish thought and, through written work, analyze its fundamentals.
Instruction: Students prepare the source and the instructor discusses the prepared material and directs students in the analysis of the sources toward reaching specific conclusions. Topics include: Cycle of the Jewish year: Elul, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Channukah, Purim, and Pesach; emunah - faith; bitachon - trust; hishtadlus - confidence in human agency.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation) (3/17 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Students have the option to focus on Ethics in Jewish Thought by studying required ethics materials and writing papers in this area. Transcript will state "ethics option" and credit recommendations can be applied in the ethics.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition 19 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to prepare and review the relevant sources related to pertinent topics; develop an appreciation for areas of Jewish thought and, through written work, analyze its fundamentals.
Instruction: Students prepare the sources and the instructor discusses the prepared material and directs students in the analysis of the sources toward reaching specific conclusions. Topics include: continued study of hishtadlus; Shavuos - sinaitic revelation and the giving of the Torah; the Sabbath.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation) (3/17 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Students have the option to focus on Ethics in Jewish Thought by studying required ethics materials and writing papers in this area. Transcript will state "ethics option" and credit recommendations can be applied in the ethics.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition 39 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to prepare and review the relevant sources related to pertinent topics; develop an appreciation for areas of Jewish thought and, through written work, analyze its fundamentals.
Instruction: Students prepare the sources and the instructor discusses the prepared material and directs students in the analysis of the sources toward reaching specific conclusions. Topics include: cycle of the Jewish year: Elul, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Channukah, Purim, and Pesach; the study of the Torah and the Torah personality; prayer and tefillin; honoring parents.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation) (3/17 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Students have the option to focus on Ethics in Jewish Thought by studying required ethics materials and writing papers in this area. Transcript will state "ethics option" and credit recommendations can be applied in the ethics.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition 19 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to prepare and review the relevant sources related to pertinent topics; develop an appreciation for areas of Jewish thought; and, through written work, analyze its fundamentals.
Instruction: Students prepare the sources and the instructor discusses the prepared material and directs students in the analysis of the sources toward reaching specific conclusions. Topics include: cycle of the Jewish year: Independence Day, sefiras haomer, Shavuos, and three weeks of mourning; tzitzis; middos.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation) (3/17 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Students have the option to focus on Ethics in Jewish Thought by studying required ethics materials and writing papers in this area. Transcript will state "ethics option" and credit recommendations can be applied in the ethics.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition 39 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to prepare and review the relevant sources related to pertinent topics; develop an appreciation for areas of Jewish thought; and, through written work, analyze its fundamentals.
Instruction: Students prepare the sources and the instructor discusses the prepared material and directs students in the analysis of the sources toward reaching specific conclusions. Topics include: cycle of the Jewish year: Yom Kippur and repentance, Channukah; Tenth of Teves, Purim, and Pesach; what is a Jew; talmid chochom; Land of Israel; women; interpersonal relations.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation) (3/17 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Students have the option to focus on Ethics in Jewish Thought by studying required ethics materials and writing papers in this area. Transcript will state "ethics option" and credit recommendations can be applied in the ethics.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition 19 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to prepare and review the relevant sources related to pertinent topics; develop an appreciation for areas of Jewish thought; and, through written work, analyze its fundamentals.
Instruction: Students prepare the sources and the instructor discusses the prepared material and directs students in the analysis of the sources toward reaching specific conclusions. Topics include: Nature of the Torah; love of God; blessings; prayer; interpersonal relations.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation) (3/17 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Students have the option to focus on Ethics in Jewish Thought by studying required ethics materials and writing papers in this area. Transcript will state "ethics option" and credit recommendations can be applied in the ethics.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition 734 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1998 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 101: 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; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos; and utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 201 or 301: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize, in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 401: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 101: Major topics include: preparation of the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised and helps them deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 201 or 301: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 401: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 101: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 201 or 301: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 401: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion OR in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (3/12 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Talmud 101, 201, 301 and 401 can be repeated multiple times as long as the Chapters are different. For example, Talmud 101 Bava Basra Chapter 1 does not overlap with Talmud 101 Bava Basra Chapter 3; credit can be awarded for Talmud 101, 201, or 301 at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 401 at the graduate degree level even for the same tractate and chapter.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1998 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 102: 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; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos; and utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 202 or 302: In addition to the above outomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 402: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 102: Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and helps them deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 202 or 302: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 402: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 102: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 202 or 302: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 402: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category; 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion OR in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (3/12 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Talmud 102, 202, 302 and 402 can be repeated multiple times as long as the Chapters are different. For example, Talmud 102 Bava Basra Chapter 1 does not overlap with Talmud 102 Bava Basra Chapter 3; credit can be awarded for Talmud 102, 202, or 302 at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 402 at the graduate degree level even for the same tractate and chapter.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition 367 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1998 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 103: 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; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos; and utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 203 or 303: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 403: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 103: Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and helps them deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 203 or 303: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 403: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 103: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 203 or 303: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 403: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion OR in the graduate category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (3/12 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Talmud 103, 203, 303 and 403 can be repeated multiple times as long as the Chapters are different. For example, Talmud 103 Bava Basra Chapter 1 does not overlap with Talmud 103 Bava Basra Chapter 3; credit can be awarded for Talmud 103, 203, or 303 at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 401 at the graduate degree level even for the same tractate and chapter.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1998 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 104: 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; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos; and utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 204 or 304: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 404: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 104: Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and helps them deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 204 or 304: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 404: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 104: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 204 or 304: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 404: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category; 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion OR in the graduate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (3/12 revalidation) (6/22 revalidation). NOTE: Talmud 104, 204, 304 and 404 can be repeated multiple times as long as the Chapters are different. For example, Talmud 104 Bava Basra Chapter 1 does not overlap with Talmud 102 Bava Basra Chapter 3; credit can be awarded for Talmud 104, 204, or 304 at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 404 at the graduate degree level even for the same tractate and chapter.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the text of the Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim and Mishnah Berurah, sections 202-205; apply analytical skills to follow the development of the halakhic process; and apply the knowledge gained to specific halakhic problems.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the Laws of Brachos. Topics include: Law of Brachos with a focus on the bracha rishonah; fruits, vegetables; seeds; unrecognizable ingredients; raw and cooked vegetables; affect of norms of consumption on the blessings as well as other topics concerning the bracha rishonah.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies or Religion (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Laws of Prayer (Jewish Law 112): Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing prayer as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 93-110; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Laws of Prayer (Jewish Law 212): In addition to Jewish Law 112, students will be able to: master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to prayer. Topics include: position for prayer; concentration during prayer; interrupted prayer; repetition of prayer; women's obligation; doubtful prayer; voluntary prayer; forgotten prayer; prayer for late arrival; shortened prayer. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Laws of Prayer (Jewish Law 112): In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies or Religion. Laws of Prayer (Jewish Law 212): In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 112 or Jewish Law 212.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 110: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing prayer and the recital of kriyas shema as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 58-72; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 210: In addition to Jewish Law 110, students will be able to master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Jewish Law 110 and Jewish Law 210: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to kriyas shema. Topics include: Time for shema; laws of the blessings; kavanah for shema; details of the recitation; geulah and tefillah; and exemptions from the obligation of shema. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 110: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion. Jewish Law 210: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 110 or Jewish Law 210.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 69 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 111: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing the recital of kriyas shema as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 74-92; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 211: In addition to Jewish Law 111, students will be able to master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Laws of Shema II (Jewish Law 111) and Laws of Shema II (Jewish Law 211): Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to kriyas shema. Topics covered include: Kriyas shema in an improper environment; times for prayer; eating before prayer; location of prayer; preparation for prayer; cleanliness during prayer. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course students are enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Laws of Shema II (Jewish Law 111): In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion. Laws of Shema II (Jewish Law 211): In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 111 or Jewish Law 211.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 69 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format:
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 113: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing the recital of tefillin, morning blessings, and the blessings on the learning of Torah as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 25-47; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 213: In addition to Jewish Law 113, students will be able to master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to tefillin. Topics include: Laws of tefillin; morning blessings; Torah blessings. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 113: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion; or Jewish Law 213: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 113 or Jewish Law 213.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format:
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 114: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing tzitzis as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 8-24; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 214: In addition to Jewish Law 114, students will be able to master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to tzitzis. Topics include: Laws of Tzitzis. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 114: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion; or Jewish Law 214: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 114 or Jewish Law 214.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 69 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 115: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing the Sabbath as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 336-340; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 215: In addition to Jewish Law 115, master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the Sabbath. Topics include: Sabbath prohibition of using that which is attached to the ground; concept of psik reisha; sowing and harvesting; marith ayin; unintentional and inevitable outcomes; cleaning floors on the Sabbath; music on the Sabbath; muktza; riding animals; swimming; legal proceedings; shearing; personal hygiene on the Sabbath; writing and erasing; sewing and finishing objects; gathering; reaping; tearing; attaching objects. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 115: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion; or Jewish Law 215: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 115 or Jewish Law 215.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 116: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing the Sabbath as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 301-302; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 216: In addition to Jewish Law 116, master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the Sabbath. Topics include: Running on the Sabbath; carrying objects between different reshuyoth; finishing objects; laundering. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 116: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion; or Jewish Law 216: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 116 or Jewish Law 216.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 69 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 117: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing the Sabbath as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 308-312; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 217: In addition to Jewish Law 117, master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the Sabbath. Topics include: Muktza; prohibition of building and destroying objects and shelters; tying knots. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 117: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, or Religion; or Jewish Law 217: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 117 or Jewish Law 217.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2000 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 118: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the text of the Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah, sections 313-316; apply analytical skills to follow the development of the halakhic process and apply the knowledge gained to specific halakhic problems. Jewish Law 218: In addition to Jewish Law 118, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentary in the understanding of the test; use advanced techniques in analysis of specific halakhic problems.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to construction, smoothing surfaces, and trapping on the Sabbath. Topics include: building and destruction on the Sabbath; construction of roofs and partitions; smoothing surfaces; trapping animals; concept of psik reisha. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 118: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion; or Jewish Law 218: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion (12/01) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 118 or Jewish Law 218.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 26 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 69 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2000 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 119: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the text of the Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah, sections 318-319; apply analytical skills to follow the development of the halakhic process and apply the knowledge gained to specific halakhic problems. Jewish Law 219: In addition to Jewish Law 119, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text; use advanced techniques in analysis of specific halakhic problems.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to cooking and selection on the Sabbath. Topics include: cooking on the Sabbath with special regard to categories of fluids and vessels; insulation; recooking and reheating; indirect sources of heat; laws of selection; the three conditions; defining mixtures;and use of special instruments. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 119: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion; or Jewish Law 219: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, or Religion (12/01) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 119 or Jewish Law 219.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2001 - December 2006.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 120: Discuss the laws governing the Sabbath as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 320-321; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 220: In addition to Jewish Law 120, master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: The student reads and studies the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the Sabbath. Topics covered include: Extracting juices on the Sabbath; categories of fruits; squeezing other materials; coloring and dyeing various materials; grinding foods; vegetables vs. other materials; kneading; definition and materials; use of medication. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 120: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion; or Jewish Law 220: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion (12/01). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 120 or Jewish Law 220.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 13 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 34 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2010 - August 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Jewish Law 122: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the laws governing the Sabbath as recorded in Shulchan Arukh and Mishnah Berurah, sections 269-274 and 296; examine the guiding principles of the law in order to understand how the principles logically necessitate the details of the law; use the Mishnah Berurah as a guide to daily Jewish life; and read and analyze any section of the Mishnah Berurah. Jewish Law 222: In addition to Jewish Law 122, students will be able to master the wide range of halakhic literature in order to gain a deeper insight into the halakhic process; master the classic commentaries of the Shulchan Arukh; and develop techniques for advanced analysis of halakhic issues.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of Shulchan Arukh Orach Chaim with the commentary of the Mishnah Berurah and necessary additional commentaries. Weekly lecture and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the Sabbath. Topics include: Kiddushand Havadala. NOTE: Students in both courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Jewish Law 122: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion; or Jewish Law 222: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, or Religion (7/10 administrative review). NOTE: Credit should be awarded for either Jewish Law 122 or Jewish Law 222.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition 734 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1998 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Hybrid course/exam
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 154a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first two chapters of Bava Basra; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 254a or 354a: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 454a: In addition to the above outcomes, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 154a: The first two chapters of Tractate Bava Basra, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 254a or 354a: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 454a: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: details of the laws of damage consequent to invasion of privacy; rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property; limitation of each neighbor on his rights to normal usage of his property where such usage causes either direct or indirect damage to his neighbor's property; rights of each neighbor to use the other's property where such usage does not damage the other's property; laws of non-physical damage; dissolution of partnerships in a chatzer or other areas which are not properly divisible; paying for benefit received; details of laws regarding repayment of short term loans; collection of note of heirs; mutual obligations of those who live together; laws of charity; various stages in the development of the educational system; unfair competition; firing without prior warning. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 154a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 254a or 354a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 454a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 154a, 254a, 354a, or 454a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 154a, 254a, or 354a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 454a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1998 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Hybrid course/exam
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 154b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second half of the eighth chapter of Bava Basra; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 254b or 354b: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 454b: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 154b: The second half of the eighth chapter of Bava Basra, dealing primarily with the various means available to bequeath an inheritance to potential heirs, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 254b or 354b: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 454b: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: a general picture of inheritance issues; the types of property from which the first born takes a double portion of inheritance, relinquishing rights to inheritance before the death of the father; disinheritance of potential heir; issues regarding indeterminate gender; credibility of father in determining first born; use of oaths in determining truth in a court; and the inability to effect a subsequent possession following an inheritance. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 154b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 254b or 354b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 454b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category; 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 154b, 254b, 354b, or 454b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 154b, 254b, or 354b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 454b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2006 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Hybrid course/exam
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 167a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the beginning of the third chapter of Bava Basra; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, also utilizing the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.Talmud 267a: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion the students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 467a: In addition to the above outcomes, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of tractate Bava Basra employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to Bava Basra. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 167a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 267a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 467a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/08). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 167a, 267a, or 467a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 167a or 267a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 467a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2006 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Hybrid course/exam
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 167b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the end of the third chapter of Bava Basra; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, also utilizing the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 267b, Talmud 367b: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists students in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but it not be limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to property rights, such as chozokoh, liens, real estate theft, marital disputes concerning land as well as aspects of kinyanim and court procedures. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 167b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 267b or 367b:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/08).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 78 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2001 - December 2007.
Instructional delivery format: Hybrid course/exam
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos; utilize in a complete fashion, the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: The ninth chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the liability of a thief, the effects theft has on ownership and related issues of theft and indirect damages. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. In addition, students are introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics include: analysis of the effect theft has on ownership; laws of an apotiki; hezek sh'ayno nikar; indirect forms of damage; chiuv hashava; theft of land and avodim; tainis ganav; and takanos hashavim.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 158b, 258b, 358b, 458b (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 358c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 358c and Talmud 458b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1997 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 152d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth chapter and parallel parts of the second chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 252d or 352d: In addition to the above outcomes, utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 452d: In addition to the above outcomes, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 152d: Major topics include: the sixth chapter and parallel parts of the second chapter of Bava Kama, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to damage by animals, fire, and indirect damage by human beings, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 252d or 352d: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 452d: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: proper forms of watching potentially dangerous property; liability for different forms of direct and indirect damage; damage by fire and animals; liability by bailees for damage done by watched object; obligation of bailee to return objects and consequent liability issues; payment for unintentional benefit received; where such benefit is not direct but rather preventing of loss. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 152d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 252d or 352d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 452d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 152d, 252d, 352d, or 452d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 152d, 252d, or 352d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 452d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1997 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 152e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the eighth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 252e or 352e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 452e: In addition to the above outcomes, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 152e: Major topics include: the eighth chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to torts especially in the case of bodily damage by one human being to another, is addressed.Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 252e or 352e: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 452e: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: bodily damage done by one human being to another and consequent liability; authority of various courts to sit on these issues; details of reimbursement for medical costs; loss of wages; ways of calculating the liability for damage; pain and suffering; psychological suffering; damage to minors; disqualification of witnesses; damage by minors; kinyan peiros; someone who gives permission to be damaged; liability for watching charity funds. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 152e:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 252e or 352e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 452e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 152e, 252e, 352e, or 452e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 152e, 252e, or 352e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 452e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2007 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 169a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third, fourth, and fifth chapters of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.Talmud 269a: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 469a: In addition to the above outcomes, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of tractate Bava Kama employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to Bava Kama. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 169a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 269a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 469a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 169a, 269a, or 469a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 169a or 269a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 469a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2001 - December 2011.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 158a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the seventh chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 258a or 358a: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 458a: In addition to the above outcomes, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 158a: Major topics include: the seventh chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to theft, the financial obligations and liabilities involved, and their effect on ownership and how these changes come about. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 258a or 358a: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 458a: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: the fundamental legal issues of theft; the transfer of ownership involved; the obligation to pay for damaged or unreturned stolen goods; fines and returning of stolen goods; kafel, daled v'heh and keren; chiuv hashava; elements of reshus; ownership and its transference; and various forms of kinyanei geneiva. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 158a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 258a or 358a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 458a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 158a, 258a, 358a, or 458a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 158a, 258a, or 358a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 458a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2001 - December 2011.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 158b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 258b or 358b: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 458b: In addition to the above outcomes, students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 158b: Major topics include: the ninth chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to liability of a thief, the effect that theft has on ownership and related issues of theft and indirect damages. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 258b or 358b: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 458b: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: various issues of theft, including takanas hashavim, kinyanei geneiva and baalos of the ganav; issues of reshus and ownership; issues of the theft of avodim, chiuv hashava and tainis ganav apotike, hezek sh'eino nikar and indirect forms of damage. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 158b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 258b or 358b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 458b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 158b, 258b, 358b, or 458b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 158b, 258b, or 358b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 458b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first section of the tenth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text; utilize the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text; analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: The first section of the tenth chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to obligations and liabilities of a thief and the liabilities and obligations upon stealing real estate. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include the obligations and liabilities of a thief, yiush and stealing of real estate.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second section of the tenth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text; and utilize the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text.
Instruction: The second section of the tenth chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to theft by a bailee and other forms of theft by means of an oath. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include theft by a bailee and all forms of theft by means of oath in court.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2007 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 169b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the end of the first chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 269b, Talmud 369b: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not be limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 169b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 269b or 369b:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2008 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 169d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 269d, Talmud 369d: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.Talmud 469d: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the second chapter of Bava Kama. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 169d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 269d or 369d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 469d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 169d, 269d, 369d, or 469d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 169d, 269d, or 369d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 469d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2008 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 169e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 269e or 369e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involves the above chapter dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: Students in all three courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 169e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 269e or 369e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. (9/08). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 169e, 269e, or 369e.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 78 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2002 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the fourth chapter and part of the fifth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion, the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: Major topics include the fourth chapter and part of the fifth chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to money and acquisition, as well as the related issues of ono'oh, pidyon, interest and usury, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. In addition, students are introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics include: various issues of kinyan kesef, including definition of money versus goods and the elements involved in acquisition; issues of kinyan chalifin and ono'oh; related issues of pidyon maaser shaini and hekdesh; and issues of me'ilah, usury and interest.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 160b, 260b, 360b, 460b (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 360c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 360c and Talmud 460b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1997 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 153a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 253a or 353a: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 453a: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 153a: Major topics include: the third chapter Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to bailees, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 253a or 353a: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 453a: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: laws pertaining to bailees and the rights of bailees to kefel when the object is stolen. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 153a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 253a or 353a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 453a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 153a, 253a, 353a, or 453a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 153a, 253a, or 353a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 453a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1997 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 153b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth and the first half of the ninth chapters of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 253b or 353b: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 453b: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 153b: Major topics include: the sixth and the first half of the ninth chapters of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to workmen who are simultaneously bailees and the liability of sharecroppers, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 253b or 353b: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 453b: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: laws governing terms of payment of day laborers; premature termination of employment contract; workman's liability for objects taken as part of their employment; liability of tradesman; liability for loss of collateral security; liabilities of finders of lost property; liability for all forms of accidental damage; way one must act beyond the requirements of the law; obligations of sharecroppers and landowners; obligations of people who rent agricultural land with various arrangements; obligations of members of community in joint ventures; and laws of bar metzra. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 153b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 253b or 353b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 453b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 153b, 253b, 353b, or 453b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 153b, 253b, or 353b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 453b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1998 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 153d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the eighth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 253d or 353d: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 453d: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 153d: Major topics include: the eighth chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to borrowed property, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 253d or 353d: In addition to the above, students iare ntroduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 453d: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: analysis of the laws of bailees; liability for borrowed objects; the exemption from liability when the owner is in the employ of the one who borrows; various issues of meilah; kinyan peiros; damage as a consequence of normal usage; methods of reimbursement for damage; liability where there are unknown factors or where there is a conflict between the parties as to the exact circumstances of damage; methods of resolving questions of doubtful ownership; and returning the borrowed object. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 153d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 253d or 353d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 453d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 153d, 253d, 353d, or 453d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 153d, 253d, or 353d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 453d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1998 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 153e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 253e or 353e: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 453e: In addition to the above objectives, students will analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 153e: Major topics include the second chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws governing lost objects, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 253e or 353e: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 453e: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: laws regarding the obligation to return lost objects. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 153e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 253e or 353e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 453e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 153e, 253e, 353e, or 453e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 153e, 253e, or 353e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 453e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2009 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also 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 above outcomes, students will be able to discuss a full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The focus is on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.Talmud 470d: In addition to the above outcomes, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students areexpected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the second chapter of Bava Metzia. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/09 Administrative Review).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2002 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 160a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 260a or 360a: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 460a: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 160a: Major topics include: the first chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to acquisition, ownership, and properties under dispute, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 260a or 360a: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes to more conceptual development. Talmud 460a: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: analysis of legal concepts with regard to acquisition and ownership, possessions and manners of acquisition, elements of muchzakos, oaths, and validity of documents, and property under dispute. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 160a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 260a or 360a:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 460a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 160a, 260a, 360a, or 460a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 160a, 260a, or 360a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 460a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2002 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 160b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the fourth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 260b or 360b: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 460b: In addition to the above outcomes, students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 160b: Major topics include: the fourth chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to money and acquisition and the related issues of ono'oh and pidyon, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 260b or 360b: In addition to the above, students are ntroduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes to more conceptual development. Talmud 460b: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: various issues of kinyan kesef, including definition of money versus goods and the elements involved in acquisition; issues of kinyan chalifin and ono'oh, related issues of pidyon maaser shaini and hekdesh. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 160b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 260b or 360b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 460b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 160b, 260b, 360b, or 460b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 160b, 260b, or 360b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 460b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2008 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 170a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the eighth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 270a: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 470a: In addition to the above outcomes, focus is on a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of tractate Bava Metzia, employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study focus on the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to Bava Metzia. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 170a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 270a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 470a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion OR in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 170a, 270a, or 470a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 170a or 270a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 470a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2008 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 170b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth and seventh chapters of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 270b, Talmud 370b: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 170b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 270b or 370b:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08 Administrative Review).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2009 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 170e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 270e: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text.
Instruction: Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study focus on the above chapter dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: Students in all three courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 170e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 270e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. (9/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 170e or 270e.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2009 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 170d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 270d: In addition to the above outcomes, students will utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text.
Instruction: Talmud 170d: Major topics include: the second chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws governing lost objects, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 270d: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include laws regarding the obligation to return lost objects. NOTE: Students in all three courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 170d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 270d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 170d, 270d at the undergraduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 163e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth chapter of Brachos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 263e or 363e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Talmud 163e: Major topics include: the sixth chapter of Brachos, dealing primarily with the laws governing blessings over food and drink, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 263e or 363e: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: the fundamental issues of blessings on food and the source for saying brachos and the order of blessings; blessings for fruits and vegetables, mixtures containing grains, bread, juices, and wine. NOTE: Students in all three courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 163e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 263e or 363e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 163e, 263e, or 363e.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2003 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 162a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first chapter of Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 262a, 362a: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 462a: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of tractate Chulin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study focus on the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the first chapter of Chulin. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 162a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 262a or 362a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 462a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 162a, 262a, 362a, or 462a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 162a, 262a, or 362a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 462a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2003 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 162b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth, tenth, eleventh and twelfth chapters Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 262b, Talmud 362b: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 462b: In addition to the above outcomes, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists students in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study focus on the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 162b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category , 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 262b or 362b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 462b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category,3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 162b, 262b, 362b, or 462b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 162b, 262b, or 362b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 462b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2003 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 362c: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the seventh chapter Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also 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 above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study focus on the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 162b, 262b, 362b, 462b (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 362c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 362c and 462b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 162d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second chapter of Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 262d, Talmud 362d: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.Talmud 462d: In addition to the above outcomes, students focus on a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assits them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study focus on the content of the eighth chapter of Sanhedrin. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 162d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 262d or 362d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 462d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 162d, 262d, 362d, or 462d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 162d, 262d, or 362d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 462d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 262e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the fourth chapter of Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also 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 above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study focus on the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 362f: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the eighth chapter of Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing 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 above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists students in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study focus on the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1999 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third, sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth chapters of Gittin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolution, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: Major topics include: the third, sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth chapters of Gittin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract, are addressed. Sudents prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. In addition, students are introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics include: divorce by a husband who is a mental deficient and agency for a mental deficient; husband's consent to divorce; conditional divorces; relationship of husband and wife after divorce; conditional contracts; manner of delivery of bill of divorce; methods of dating bill of divorce; divorce proceedings interrupted in middle; limited bills of divorce; exact language of bill of divorce; type of witnesses necessary for bill of divorce; confusion between similar bills of divorce; presumption of marriage and presumption of divorce; termination of agency for the receipt of a bill of divorce before the receipt; appointment of agency for a bill of divorce; status of women in the midst of the process of divorce; appointment of agent by a husband who is about to die; various issues involved in agency for delivery and receipt of a bill of divorce; requirement that a bill of divorce be written and signed with proper intent; bereirah; filling out blank forms of divorce; lost bills of divorce; presumption that individuals remain alive until known to die; appointment of agents by agents; and the presumption that all situations remain the same until they are known to have changed.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 156b, 256b, 356b, 456b (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 356c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 356c and Talmud 456b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2000 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the fourth chapter of Gittin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: Major topics include: the fourth chapter of Gittin is addressed, which deals primarily with the laws pertaining to the agency in the delivery and receipt of the divorce contract, including the laws of evidence in the issuing of the divorce contract, shemittah, and shichrur avodim. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. In addition, students are introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics include: agency in the writing, delivering and receiving of a get; nullification of marriages and of divorce documents; judicial review; status of minors as claimants in court; methods of analysis of unclear statements in legal documents and statements; collection of a kethubah; shemittah and pruzbul; and dinei avodim.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (11/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 156e, 256e, 356e, 456e (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 356f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 356f and Talmud 456e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition 734 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1999 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 156a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first chapter of Gittin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 256a or 356a: In addition to the above outcomes, students utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 456a: In addition to the above outcomes, students will analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 156a: Major topics include: the first chapter of Gittin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract and its similarities and differences to financial contracts is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim , including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 256a or 356a: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 456a: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: how an agent delivers a bill of divorce in the Diaspora; checking for potentially fraudulent contracts and notes; the exact borders of the Land of Israel; details necessary for the writing and signing of a bill of divorce; types of witnessing necessary for a bill of divorce; limitations on the use of music; details of contracts for the freeing of slaves; bills of divorce originating in non-Jewish courts; acting as an agent where the principle did not appoint said agent; lack of ability to act on one's behalf after his death; maamad shloshtom. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 156a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 256a or 356a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 456a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (Administrative Review 7/11). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 156a, 256a, 356a, or 456a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 156a, 256a, or 356a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 456a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 1999 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 156b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the seventh, eighth, and ninth chapters of Gittin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 256b or 356b: In addition to the above outcomes, students utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 456b: Students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 156b: Major topics include: the seventh, eighth, and ninth chapters of Gittin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 256b or 356b: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 456b: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: divorce by a husband who is a mental deficient and agency for a mental deficient; husband's consent to divorce; conditional divorces; relationship of husband and wife after divorce; conditional contracts; manner of delivery of bill of divorce; methods of dating bill of divorce; divorce proceedings interrupted in middle; limited bills of divorce; exact language of bill of divorce; type of witnesses necessary for bill of divorce; confusion between similar bills of divorce; presumption of marriage and presumption of divorce. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 156b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 256b or 356b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 456b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (Administrative Review 7/11). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 156b, 256b, 356b, or 456b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 156b, 256b, or 356b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 456b at the graduate degree level. Also, credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 156b, 256b, 356b, 456b (undergraduate level credit recommendation), or 356c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 356c and Talmud 456b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition 367 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2000 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 156d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second part of the second chapter of Gittin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 256d or 356d: In addition to the above outcomes, utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 456d: In addition to the above outcomes, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 156d: Major topics include: the second part of the second chapter of Gittin, dealing primarily with the legal concepts associated with the writing and delivering of the divorce contract, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 256d or 356d: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 456d: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: Issues in the writing of the get; the process of erasing, writing and overwriting in gittin, Sabbath laws ands sefer Torah; various details in the laws of delivery of a get; laws regarding proper signature of witnesses; collecting debts from property subject to a lien; and valid proofs that a marriage has been dissolved. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 156d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 256d or 356d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 456d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (11/00) (Administrative Review 7/11). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 156d, 256d, 356d, or 456d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 156d, 256d, or 356d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 456d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2000 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 156e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first part of the fourth chapter of Gittin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 256e or 356e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 456e: In addition to the above outcomes, students will analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 156e: Major topics include: the first part of the fourth chapter of Gittin, dealing primarily with the legal concepts associated with the agency and evidence for the divorce contract, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 256e or 356e: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 456e: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: agency in the writing, delivering and receiving of a get; nullification of marriages and of divorce documents; judicial review; status of minors as claimants in court; methods of analysis of unclear statements in legal documents and statements; collection of a kethubah; shemittah and pruzbul; and dinei avodim.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 156e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 256e or 356e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 456e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (11/00) (Administrative Review 7/11). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 156e, 256e, 356e, or 456e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 156e, 256e, or 356e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 456e at the graduate degree level. Also, credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 156e, 256e, 356e, 456e (undergraduate level credit recommendation), or 356f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 356f and Talmud 456e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 (26 weeks) hours; in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 150a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first two chapters of Kesubos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 250a or 350a: In addition to the above outcomes, students utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 450a: In addition to the above outcomes, students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 150a: Major topics include: the first two chapters of Kesubos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the kethubah contract, are addressed. Sudents prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 250a or 350a: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 450a: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: scheduling of wedding ceremony; when financial responsibility of husband begins; claims of mistake in the marriage ceremony; contracts which are entered into by mistake; ability of rabbis to alter the details of the marriage contract; laws of martyrdom; where one of the parents of the bride or groom dies just before the wedding; remarriage for a widow and/or widower; mourning during the holiday period; the law of psik reisha; details of prohibition of work on holiday; special blessings for a bride and groom; dealing with conflicting monetary claims with doubtful facts; ways of dealing with a sfek sfekah - double doubt; the principle of migo esp. as it interfaces with issues of chazakah; principle of zechiah; minor converts; the kesuvah; using chazakah to deal with various situations where there are conflicting monetary claims; and disqualification for marrying into the priesthood; the principle of kovua. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 150a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 250a or 350a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 450a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 150a, 250a, 350a, or 450a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 150a, 250a, or 350a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 450a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1996 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format:
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 150d: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Kesubos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 250d or 350d: In addition to the above outcomes, students will be able to analyze texts. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 450d: In addition to the above outcomes,students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 150d: The third chapter of Kesubos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to combining of financial penalties with all forms of corporal punishment, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 250d or 350d: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 450d: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: Chiyuv knas for forbidden relationships; the validity of coerced conversion; details of the cancellation of financial penalty where there is a simultaneous capital crime; details of the cancellation of financial penalty where there is a simultaneous corporal punishment. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 150d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 250d or 350d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 450d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 150d, 250d, 350d, or 450d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 150d, 250d, or 350d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 450d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition 734 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2004 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 164a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the end of the second chapter and the ninth chapter of Kesubos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 264a or 364a: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 464a: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 164a: Major topics include: the end of the second chapter and the ninth chapter of Tractate Kesubos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to Kesubos, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 264a or 364a: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 464a: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: the fundamental issues of verification of the signatures of witnesses signed on a legal document; written testimonies and promissary notes; collection of the kesubah and other promissory notes; and analysis of siluk and tefisah. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 164a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 264a or 364a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 464a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05) (6/10 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 164a, 264a, 364a, or 464a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 164a, 264a, or 364a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 464a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 78 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2000 - December 2006.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the end of the first chapter and beginning of the second chapter of Kiddushin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: Major topics include: the end of the first chapter and beginning of the second chapter of Kiddushin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to parental obligations, time bound mitzvos, agricultural laws, agency and conditional contracts, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. In addition, students are introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics include: exemption from time bound mitzvos for women; parental obligations in education and mitzvos; obligation and allotment of time for Torah study; honoring parents and Torah scholars; agricultural laws of Israel; reward and punishment; utilizing agency for marriage and mitzvos; validity of various agents; marriage performed through ma'amar; transferring loans; and kiddushin made on condition.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/01). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 157b, 257b, 357b, 457b (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 357c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 357c and Talmud 457b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2001 - December 2006.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Kiddushin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: Major topics include: the third chapter of Kiddushin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the act of marriage and laws of testimony and conditional contracts, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. In addition, students are introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics include: marriages made al tanai; retraction of legally binding statements; multiple kiddushin; interim status of marriages made al tanai; retraction of legally binding statements; analyzing different kinds of tanaim; prerequisites for valid tanaim; acquiring projected properties; validity of a father's testimony; roles of witnesses in kiddushin; analyzing different kinds of tanaim; prerequisites for valid tanaim; and validity of a father's testimony.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/01). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 157e, 257e, 357e, 457e (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 357f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 357f and Talmud 457e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition 734 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2000 - December 2006.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 157a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first part of the first chapter of Kiddushin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 257a or 357a: In addition to the above outcomes, utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 457a: In addition to the above outcomes, students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 157a: Major topics include: the first part of the first chapter of Tractate Kiddushin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to kiddushin, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists student in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 257a or 357a: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 457a: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: means by which kiddushin is created; exploration of the various forms of kinyanim; elements necessary to bring about kiddushin; situations where a father receives kiddushin for his daughter; proper language and intention required by both parties; contrasting kiddushin with other forms of kinyanei ishus; monetary means which are valid or invalid for kiddushin; roles of the husband and wife in the act of kiddushin; contrasting transactions which affect status vs. ownership; examination of the biblical passages discussing kiddushin; laws regarding securities; and elements of a valid shtar; minimal limits of currency. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 157a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 257a or 357a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 457a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/01). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 157a, 257a, 357a, or 457a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 157a, 257a, or 357a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 457a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2000 - December 2006.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 157b: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the end of the first chapter and beginning of the second chapter of Kiddushin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 257b or 357b: In addition to the above outcomes, students utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 457b: In addition to the above outcomes, students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 157b: Major topics include: the end of the first chapter and beginning of the second chapter of Kiddushin, dealing primarily with parental obligations, time bound mitzvos, agricultural laws, agency and conditional contracts, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 257b or 357b: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 457b: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: exemption from time bound mitvos for women; parental obligations in education and mitzvos; obligation and allotment of time for Torah study; honoring parents and Torah scholars; agricultural laws of Israel; reward and punishment; utilizing agency for marriage and mitzvos; validity of various agents; marriage performed through ma'amar; transferring loans; and kiddushin made on condition. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 157b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 257b or 357b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 457b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/01). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 157b, 257b, 357b, or 457b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 157b, 257b, or 357b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 457b at the graduate degree level. Also, credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 157b, 257b, 357b, 457b (undergraduate level credit recommendation), or 357c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 357c and Talmud 457b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2001 - December 2006.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 157d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second section of the first chapter of Kiddushin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 257d or 357d: In addition to the above outcomes, utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 457d: In addition to the above outcomes, students will analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 157d: Major topics include: the second section of the first chapter of Kiddushin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to avodim, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 257d or 357d: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 457d: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: methods by which avodim are acquired; liens on property and the shibud of Rebbe Nosson; mechanics of loans; transferring shibudim; biblical sources for kinynei avdus; ownership vs. controlling legal status; laws of the amah ivria; validity of kinyanim transacted by minors; obligations of the owner to his eved; and laws and kinyanim of the eved canaani. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 157d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 257d or 357d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 457d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/01). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 157d 257d 357d or 457dat the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 157d 257d or 357d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 457d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2001 - December 2006.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 157e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Kiddushin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 257e or 357e: In addition to the above outcomes, students utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 457e: In addition to the above outcomes, students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 157e: Major topics include: the third chapter of Kiddushin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the act of marriage and laws of testimony and conditional contracts, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 257e or 357e: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 457e: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: marriages made al tanai; retraction of legally binding statements; multiple kiddushin; interim status of marriages made al tanai; retraction of legally binding statements; analyzing different kinds of tanaim; prerequisites for valild tanaim; acquiring projected properties; validity of a father's testimony; roles of witnesses in kiddushin; analyzing different kinds of tamaim; prerequisites for valid tanaim; and validity of a father's testimony. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 157e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 257e or 357e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 457e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/01). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 157e, 257e, 357e, or 457e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 157e, 257e, or 357e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 457e at the graduate degree level. Also, credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 157e, 257e, 357e, 457e (undergraduate level credit recommendation), or 357f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 357f and Talmud 457e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition 367 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2007 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 168d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first chapter of Makos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 268d: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 468d: In addition to the above outcomes, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists students in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the first chapter of Makos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to aydim zomanim and some of the basics of testimony: disqualification of witnesses and the right of appeal, capital punishment and aspects of golus, among other topics. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 168d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 268d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 468d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/08). NOTE: A student may receive credit for only one of Talmud 168d, 268d or 468d at the undergraduate level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 168d or 268d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 468d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2007 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 168e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second chapter of Makos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 268e, Talmud 368e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, the students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapter dealing with the laws pertaining to golus and unintentional killing: the three categories - shogeg, korov lemayzid, korov le'ones; nezikin, ir miklot, go'el hadam and kohen godol. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 168e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 268e or 368e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/08).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2003 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format:
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 166b: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first and second chapters Nedarim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 266b, Talmud 366b: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students learn techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists students deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 166b:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 266b or 366b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/07).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2006 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format:
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 166e: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Nedarim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 266e, Talmud 366e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students learn techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists students in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 166e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 266e or 366e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/07).
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second section of the second chapter of Pesachim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: Major topics include: the second section of the second chapter of Pesachim is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the prohibition of owning and eating chametz and the mitzvoth of matzah and maror. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. In addition, students are introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics include: the prohibition of owning and eating chametz; and the mitzvoth of matzah and maror.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 159e, 259e, 359e, 459e (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 359f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 359f and Talmud 459e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1999 - June 2005.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 155d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first section of the first chapter of Pesachim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 255d or 355d: In addition to the above outcomes, students utilize in a more complete fashion, the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 455d: In addition to the above outcomes, students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 155d: Major topics include: the first section of the first chapter of Pesachim, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the search for chametz and the prohibition against owning chametz, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 255d or 355d: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 455d: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: laws pertaining to the search for chametz; laws pertaining to the prohibition of owning chametz; laws pertaining to blessings recited on mitzvos; definition of night and day in halakhah; nature of proper language; and prohibition of melochoh on yom tov. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 155d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 255d or 355d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 455d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 155d, 255d, 355d, or 455d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 155d, 255d, or 355d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 455d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1999 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format:
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 155e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the beginning of the tenth chapter of Pesachim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 255e or 355e: In addition to the above objectives, utilize in a more complete fashion the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. Talmud 455e: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 155e: The beginning of the tenth chapter of Pesachim, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the kiddush, havdalah, and seder ceremony, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 255e or 355e: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 455e: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Laws dealing with kiddush, havdalah and seder ceremony; how change of location affects brachos before and after eating. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 155e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 255e or 355e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 455e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 155e, 255e, 355e, or 455e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 155e, 255e, or 355e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 455e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 159d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first section of the second chapter of Pesachim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 259d or 359d: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 459d: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 159d: Major topics include: the first section of the second chapter of Pesachim is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the prohibition of owning and benefiting from chametz and other forbidden items. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 259d or 359d: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 459d: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: the obligation to destroy chametz; the prohibition to own chametz; the prohibition of benefiting from chametz; and the nature of the prohibition to benefit from forbidden foods or items. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 159d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 259d or 359d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 459d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 159d, 259d, 359d, or 459d at the undergraduate degree level;February 4, 2014 or 359d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 459d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 159e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second section of the second chapter of Pesachim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 259e or 359e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 459e: In addition to the above outcomes, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 159e: Major topics include: the second section of the second chapter of Pesachim is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the prohibition of owning and of eating chametz and the mitzvoth of matzah and maror. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 259e or 359e: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 459e: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: prohibition of owning and eating chametz and the mitzvoth of matzah and maror. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 159e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 259e or 359e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 459e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 159e, 259e, 359e, or 459e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 159e, 259e, or 359e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 459e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2003 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Sanhedrin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: Major topics include: the ninth chapter of Sanhedrin is addressed, which deals primarily with the laws pertaining to arayos, capital liability, machnisa lakipa, kanayim pogaim bo and entry to the bais hamikdash. Sudents prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. In addition, students are introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics include: fundamental issues of arayos and capital liability, issues of warning and the death penalty, elements of machnisa lakipa, kanayim, pogaim bo misa biday shamayim and the bais hamikdash.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 161e, 261e, 361e, 461e (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 361f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 361f and Talmud 461e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2003 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 161d: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the eighth chapter of Sanhedrin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 261d or 361d: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 461d: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 161d: Major topics include: the eighth chapter of Sanhedrin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to minors, redifa, kim ley bidiraboh minay and martyrdom. Students prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 261d or 361d: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes to more conceptual development. Talmud 461d: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: fundamental issues of minors and the wayward son, capital punishment, kim ley bidiraboh minay and rodef, pre-emptive killing and martyrdom. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 161d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 261d or 361d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 461d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category,6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 161d, 261d, 361d, or 461d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 161d, 261d, or 361d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 461d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2003 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 161e: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Sanhedrin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 261e or 361e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 461e: In addition to the above outcomes, students analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries and formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 161e: Major topics include: the ninth chapter of Sanhedrin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to ariyos, capital liability, machnisa lakipa, and kanayim pogaim bo, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 261e or 361e: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes to more conceptual development. Talmud 461e: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: fundamental issues of ariyos and capital liability, issues of warning and the death penalty, elements of machnisa lakipa and kanayim pogaim bo. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 161e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 261e or 361e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 461e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category,3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 161e, 261e, 361e, 461e (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 361f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 361f and Talmud 461e at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195.75 (26 weeks) hours; in addition, 734.25 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2005 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format: Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 165a: Students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Shevuos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions, focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 265a: In addition to the above outcomes, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 465a: In addition to the above outcomes, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students read and study the relevant section of tractate Shevuos employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to Shevuos. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 165a:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 265a:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 465a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studes, or Religion (1/07). NOTE: A student may receive credit for only one of Talmud 165 a, 265a or 465a at the undergraduate level; however, credit can get awarded for Talmud 164a or 265a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 465a at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition 367 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2006 - December 2015.
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Learner Outcomes: Talmud 165d: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth chapter of Shevuos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 265d: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 465d: In addition to the above outcomes, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. Students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: Students are expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides in understanding the issues raised, and assists students in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the sixth chapter of Shevuos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to shevuos hadayinim and related laws of shevuos such as shevuos hesis, shevuos ayd eched, shevuos sheker, among others. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 165d:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 265d:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 465d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/07). NOTE: A student may receive credit for only one of Talmud 165d, 265d or 465d at the undergraduate level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 165d or 265d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 465d at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - December 2015.
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Learner Outcomes: Talmud 151b: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first two chapters of Sukkah; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 251b or 351b: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is on the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 451b: In addition to the above outcomes, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 151b: The first two chapters of Sukkah, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the construction of the sukkah, are addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 251b or 351b: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 451b: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: criteria for the walls and roof of the sukkah; size of the sukkah; prohibition against using the walls and roof of the sukkah. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 151b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 251b or 351b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 451b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 151b, 251b, 351b, or 451b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 151b, 251b, or 351b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 451b at the graduate degree level.
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1996 - December 2015.
Instructional delivery format:
Learner Outcomes: Talmud 151e: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Sukkah; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 251e or 351e: In addition to the above outcomes, utilized in a more complete fashion, students are introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As students become more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 451e: In addition to the above outcomes, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 151e: The third chapter of Sukkah, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the ceremony of the taking of the lulav and the various forms of ritual disqualification of the arba minim, including a lengthy analysis of the disqualification of stolen objects for ritual usage, is addressed. Students prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides students in understanding the issues raised, and assists them in deducing and elucidating the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 251e or 351e: In addition to the above, students are introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 451e: In addition to the above, students are expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics include: various types of disqualification of the lulav and the other species used on Sukkoth; disqualification of stolen objects for ritual purposes; laws regarding stealing of real estate; acquisition by a thief of stolen objects. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 151e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 251e or 351e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 451e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation) (3/12 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 151e, 251e, 351e, or 451e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 151e, 251e, or 351e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 451e at the graduate degree level.
