Talmud Reclaimed: An Ancient Text in the Modern Era

Talmud Reclaimed by Rabbi Shmuel Phillips is a unique and rigorous exploration of the structure, history, and authority of the Oral Law. Building on Rambam’s two-tiered model of Torah Sheba’al Peh—core immutable principles and interpretative details—this sefer guides readers through the complex world of halachic transmission, legislative authority, and the evolution of Jewish law after the destruction of the Sanhedrin.

With clarity and scholarly depth, Rabbi Phillips engages questions that many serious students wrestle with: How do we know which parts of the Talmud are binding? What distinguishes divinely received law from rabbinic innovation? How does Jewish jurisprudence function without a Sanhedrin?

The book also highlights historical transitions—from the Mishnah and Talmud through the Geonim, Rishonim, and modern academic discourse—offering readers a panoramic view of halachic development. Whether you’re a yeshiva-trained learner or a thoughtful newcomer to Jewish legal philosophy, Talmud Reclaimed offers the tools and context needed to navigate this foundational aspect of Judaism.

Publisher:

Mosaica Press

Pages:

504

Date Published:

2023