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Ira Bedzow

    Maimonides for Moderns
    Halakhic Man, Authentic Jew
    The Codification of Jewish Law and an Introduction to the Jurisprudence of the Mishna Berura
    • The Mishna Berura serves as a comprehensive guide to Orthodox Jewish Law, uniquely blending tradition with a nuanced approach to daily ethical living. Rabbi Israel Meir Kagan's work diverges from conventional halakhic methods, emphasizing engagement and practical application. Its widespread acceptance among contemporary Orthodox Jews underscores its significance. In this exploration, Michael J. Broyde and Ira Bedzow delve into the text's origins and the decision-making processes that shaped its influential directives.

      The Codification of Jewish Law and an Introduction to the Jurisprudence of the Mishna Berura
    • Halakhic Man, Authentic Jew

      • 191 stránok
      • 7 hodin čítania

      Halakhic Man, Authentic Jew is a comparative study of the thought of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik and Rabbi Eliezer Berkovits about what constitutes a model Jew and the understanding and presentation of Halakha in a modern era.

      Halakhic Man, Authentic Jew
    • Maimonides for Moderns

      A Statement of Contemporary Jewish Philosophy

      • 350 stránok
      • 13 hodin čítania

      This book develops a modern Jewish philosophy centered on virtue ethics, drawing on Moses Maimonides while moving beyond his Aristotelian influences. Ira Bedzow aims to integrate Jewish ethical principles into daily life, translating them from a medieval context to a contemporary framework, ensuring Judaism remains a living tradition.

      Maimonides for Moderns