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SeforimchatterSpanish Jewry Through the Ages, Episode 3: With Prof. Ross Brann - The Greatness of Sephardi Culture, 950-1200: Religious and Secular Poetry in Medieval Muslim Spain and its great Jewish Figures#206.** To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email nachi@seforimchatter.com****Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **Spanish Jewry Through the Ages, Episode 3: With Prof. Ross Brann - The Greatness of Sephardi Culture, 950-1200: Religious and Secular Poetry i...
2023-06-141h 46SeforimchatterWith Prof. Susan Einbinder discussing the Great Italian Plague of 1630-31 and the Jewish responses#205.** To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email nachi@seforimchatter.com****This episode of the podcast is proudly sponsored by CHEMED health.CHEMED is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to the Lakewood community. Our team of highly skilled doctors, nurses, and medical professionals work tirelessly to ensure our community receives the very best care possible. Their state-of-the-art facilities enable them to deliver advanced medical care that is second to none.As the Lakewood community continues to grow, CHEMED looking to expand its team o...
2023-06-111h 25SeforimchatterSpanish Jewry Through the Ages, Episode 2: With Prof. Benjamin Gampel - Broad themes and questions related to Spanish Jewry#204.** To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email nachi@seforimchatter.com****Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **Spanish Jewry Through the Ages, Episode 2: With Prof. Benjamin Gampel - Broad themes and questions related to Spanish Jewry.W...
2023-06-071h 08SeforimchatterWith Elie Feder discussing Gematria Refigured - a new look at Gematria and his new book on the topic#203.** To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email nachi@seforimchatter.com**With Elie Feder discussing Gematria Refigured - a new look at Gematria and his new book on the topicWe dicussed how Elie became interested in Gematria, the "classic" perception of Gematria, Rishonim shittos on Gematria, Elie's "theory" of Gematria, various examples of Gematria and Elie's approach, and much more.To purchase, "Gematria Refigured": https://amzn.to/3IW8swrWebiste: Gematriarefigured.comPodcast, “Gematria Refigured+”: https://podcasts.apple.com...
2023-06-041h 15SeforimchatterSpanish Jewry Through the Ages, Episode 1: With Prof. Jonathan Ray - Overview of the history of Spanish Jewry from its establishment until the 14th century#202.** To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email nachi@seforimchatter.com****Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **Spanish Jewry Through the Ages, Episode 1: With Prof. Jonathan Ray - Overview of the history of Spanish Jewry from its establishment u...
2023-05-311h 15SeforimchatterWith Prof. Adam Mendelsohn discussing Jewish Soldiers in the Union Army during the Civil War#201.** To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email nachi@seforimchatter.com**With Prof. Adam Mendelsohn discussing Jewish Soldiers in the Union Army during the Civil WarWe discussed The Shapell Roster and how it was curated and compiled, previous research on Jewish soldiers in the Civil War, how many Jewish soldiers there were, where the majority were from, the experience of Jewish soldiers, high ranking Jews, religious Jewish soldiers, Lincoln and the Jews, anti-semitic sentiments and tropes, and much moreTo purchase, "Jewish Soldier i...
2023-05-281h 28SeforimchatterWith Prof. Shmuel Feiner discussing European Jewry in the 18th Century#93.With Prof. Shmuel Feiner (Prof. of Modern Jewish History at Bar-Ilan University) discussing his book, "The Jewish Eighteenth Century: A European Biography, 1700 - 1750To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3zA2k8OTo purchase Hebrew edition volume 2 (forthcoming in English): https://www.shazar.org.il/product/%d7%a2%d7%aa-%d7%97%d7%93%d7%a9%d7%94-1800-1750/Support the show
2021-09-1259 minSeforimchatterWith R' Yechiel Goldhaber discussing the minhag of covering the shofar while making the beracha#92.With R' Yechiel Goldhaber discussing the minhag of covering the shofar while making the beracha. We discuss where it comes from, how it spread, the reasons for it, and more For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-09-0536 minSeforimchatterWith Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his new Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Machzorim#91.With Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his new Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Machzorim We discuss how the new machzorim (Aliyos Eliyahu) differ from the old (Mikroei Kodesh), what is included in the machzor, why use this machzor, overall history of tefillah and the printed siddur and machzor, and discuss a little about his forthcoming sefer on Targum & Ta'amim (and even mention Mesorah Gedolah & Ketanah) at the end.To purchase the machzorim: https://www.eshelpublications.com/store/p20/Preorder%21_Machzor_Aliyos_Eliyahu.htmlFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor o...
2021-08-291h 06SeforimchatterWith Prof. Andrew Porwancher discussing Alexander Hamilton and his Jewish origins and connections#90.** Sponsored by Koren Publishers. Use code CHATTER at www.korenpub.com for 10% off**With Prof. Andrew Porwancher discussing Alexander Hamilton and his Jewish origins and connections, which are the focus of his new book, "The Jewish World of Alexander Hamilton."We discuss Hamilton's childhood in the Caribbean, his mother Rachel, the theory that he was Jewish, his connection and relationship with the Jewish Community in America, and more.To purchase the book: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691211152/the-jewish-world-of-alexander-hamiltonFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor...
2021-08-2237 minSeforimchatterWith Rabbi Shnayor Burton discussing the Mitzvah of living in E'Y and his podcast series about it#89.With Rav Shnayor Burton discussing the Mitzvah of living in E'Y and his podcast series about it.We discuss his podcast series, why he decided to research and work on this topic, his sources, forthcoming book, and more. To listen to, "The Great Sources": https://anchor.fm/shnayor-burtonTo contact Rabbi Burton: Oros.yaakov@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-08-1546 minSeforimchatterWith Rabbi H. Norman Strickman discussing his new translation of Yesod Moreh of the Ibn Ezra and the Ibn Ezra in general#88With Rabbi H. Norman Strickman discussing his new translation of Yesod Moreh of the Ibn Ezra and the Ibn Ezra in general.We discussed Ibn Ezra's life and works, the Sefer Yesod Moreh and the english translation, and more. To purchase the book: https://kodeshpress.com/product/the-secret-of-the-torah-a-translation-of-ibn-ezras-yesod-mora/Support the show
2021-08-081h 02SeforimchatterWith Dr. Jeremy Brown discussing Copernicus, the Heliocentric model, and its Jewish reception#87.** This episode is sponsored by Hakirah, "The Flatbush Journal of Jewish Law and Thought." To submit an article or to learn more: www.Hakirah.org. To order the newest volume of Hakirah (Volume 30, Summer 2021): https://www.amazon.com/Hakirah-Flatbush-Journal-Jewish-Thought/dp/1936803194/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=hakirah&qid=1627786997&s=books&sr=1-1With Dr. Jeremy Brown discussing his book, "New Heavens and a New Earth: The Jewish Reception of Copernican Thought."We discussed Nicolaus Copernicus (1473 - 1543) and his heliocentric model and the acceptance and rejection of this throughout the generations in Jewisg thought. We...
2021-08-011h 00SeforimchatterWith R' Moshe Maimon discussing Genazym Auction 10 Catalogue#86.** Sponsored by Genazym Auction House **With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Genazym Auction 10 Catalogue.We discussed a number of items in the calaogue in some depth, and point out a few more interesting items.To see the full catalogue & auction: https://bit.ly/Genazym--10To contact them: Office@genazym.comIf you liked this episode and want to hear more such episodes please let me know: Seforimchatter@gmail.com Support the show
2021-07-2547 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing the Mordechai (R. Mordechai b. Hillel, d. 1298)#85** Sponsored by Gluck Plumbing - Service Division. 732-523-1836 Ext 1. ** With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel (E. Billi Ivry University Professor of Jewish History, Literature, and Law at the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, Yeshiva University) discussing the Mordechai (R. Mordekhai b. Hillel, d. 1298)We discussed when he lived, the style of the Sefer, the Kisvei Yad and the differences, various haghos that were written on and incorporated into the Sefer, the new edition from Machon Yerushalayim, lomdus in the Mordechai, and more.If you liked this episode and want to he...
2021-07-1953 minSeforimchatterWith Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing her new book on Megillas Eichah, "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World"#84.Are you looking for a way to learn Torah that will leave you feeling excited and inspired?Alephbeta.org is filled with stunning animated videos and slickly-produced audios on the parsha, holidays, prayers, and many other topics that present Torah ideas in an easy-to-consume way. Their goal is to help people closely read the Torah to discover its beauty, meaning and relevance. Their programs on Tisha B’Av will leave you moved, inspired and with a new understanding of the significance of this day. Listeners to SeforimChatter podcast can receive $18 of...
2021-07-111h 06SeforimchatterWith Prof. Robert Chazan discussing the Trial of the Talmud in Paris in 1240#83.With Prof. Robert Chazan (Scheuer Professor of Hebrew and Judaic Studies at NYU for the past three decades) discussing the Trial of the Talmud in Paris in 1240. (Between Rav Yechiel of Paris & Nicholas Donin).We discuss the History of the Jews in France at the time, the actual trial, the sources, and more. To purchase the book, "The Trial of the Talmud: Paris, 1240" which includes Professor Chazan's essay, and the Hebrew & Latin sources: https://amzn.to/3JaADqhFor more information or to sponsor a show, please email seforimchatter@g...
2021-07-0444 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman discussing Josephus#82With Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman (Judge Abraham Lieberman Professorship in Hebrew & Judaic studies at NYU) discussing Josephus and, "The Jewish War".We discussed Josephus' works, his life, was he a traitor, Josephus v Josippon, "Yosifun" as quoted in Rashi, and much more.To purchase the Oxford World Classics edition of "The Jewish War": https://www.amazon.com/Jewish-War-Oxford-Worlds-Classics/dp/0199646023/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=josephus&qid=1624762032&sr=8-6To purchase the Hebrew Carmel Publishing edition of "The Jewish War": https://carmelph.co.il/book/toldot_milchemet_hayehudim_baromaim/To purchase...
2021-06-2736 minSeforimchatterWith Dr. David Sclar discussing Ramchal (Rav Moshe Chaim Luzzatto, 1707 - 1746)#81.With Dr. David Sclar discussing Ramchal (Rav Moshe Chaim Luzzatto, 1707 - 1746).We discussed his life, writings, thought, Chevras Mevakshei Hashem, the accusations, controversy, and more.For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-06-201h 15SeforimchatterWith R' Meni Even-Israel discussing his father, Rav Adin Steinsaltz & his various Seforim#80.With R' Meni Even-Israel discussing his father, Rav Adin Steinsaltz & his various Seforim.We discussed his father, the Gemara project, Nach, the Rebbe, changing his last name, future projects, and much more.To purchase the new, "A Concise Guide To..." series: https://korenpub.com/products/the-erez-concise-guide-series. (Each volume is also available for individual purchase)Support the show
2021-06-131h 03SeforimchatterWith Prof. Neil Netanel discussing the history of Jewish Copyright Law.#79.With Prof. Neil Netanel (Pete Kameron Endowed Chair in Law at UCLA) discussing the history of Jewish Copyright Law.We focused on Prof. Netanel's book, "From Maimonides to Microsoft: The Jewish Law of Copyright Since the Birth of Print" and discussed how it came to be, Book priviliges, Maharam Padua, the Rama, and the famous disagreement between Giustiniani & Bragadini, other various rabbinic "reprinting bans", and more. To purchase the booK (the paperback is quite affordable so please disregard what I said on the podcast): https://www.amazon.com/Maimonides-Microsoft-Jewish-Copyright-Since-dp-0190868775/dp/0190868775/ref=mt_other?_e...
2021-06-0642 minSeforimchatterWith R' Daniel Levin discussing Rav Chasdai Crescas & Ohr Hashem#78.With R' Daniel Levin discussing Rav Chasdai Crescas & Ohr Hashem.We discussed the life of Rav Chasdai (who his rebbeim were, his students [Rav Yosef Albo, author of Sefer HaIkkarim & others], and more), his thought, the sefer Ohr Hashem & R' Levin's new edition of it, and much more.Check out his website: www.Crescas.orgSupport the show
2021-05-301h 48SeforimchatterWith Prof. Naomi Seidman discussing Sarah Schenirer and Bais Yaakov#77.With Prof. Naomi Seidman discussing her book, "Sarah Schenirer and the Bais Yaakov Movement: A Revolution in the name of Tradition".We discussed Sarah Schenirer's background & how & why she started Bais Yaakov, the state of jewish women and education at the time, her writings, the 93 martyrs story, and much more.To purchase the book: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/sarah-schenirer-and-the-bais-yaakov-movement-9781906764692?cc=us&lang=en&Support the show
2021-05-2356 minSeforimchatterWith R' Yehuda Rock discussing the new Sefer, "Parshanei HaMikra" of his wife, Rabbanit Dr. Avigail Rock Z'L#76.With R' Yehuda Rock discussing the new Sefer, "Parshanei HaMikra" of his wife, Rabbanit Dr. Avigail Rock Z'L.We discussed what the Sefer is about, its structure and style, which meforshim are covered, some examples, and more.To purchase the Sefer: https://korenpub.com/products/parshanei-hamikra?variant=39316374421582Support the show
2021-05-1925 minSeforimchatterWith R' Moshe Kravetz and Dr. Allan Jacob discussing their new Sefer, "Emunei Am Segulah" about Ma'amad Har Sinai & Kabbolas HaTorah#75.With R' Moshe Kravetz and Dr. Allan Jacob discussing their new Sefer, "Emunei Am Segulah" about Ma'amad Har Sinai & Kabbolas HaTorah B'Mishnas HaSfornoTo purchase the Sefer in the U.S.: https://www.ebay.com/itm/114786609188?ViewItem=&item=114786609188To purchase in Israel: https://bloy.co.il/product/אמוני-עם-סגולה/Support the show
2021-05-0948 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Jeffrey Gurock discussing the Jews of Harlem#74.** Sponsored by Gluck Plumbing - Service Division. 732-523-1836 Ext 1. **With Prof. Jeffrey S. Gurock (Libby M. Klaperman Professor of Jewish History at the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies of Yeshiva University) discussing the Jews of Harlem.We discussed the history of the Jews of Harlem, the size of the community, why and when they left, Rabonim, Yossele Rosenblatt, and more. To purchase,"The Jews of Harlem": https://nyupress.org/9781479890422/the-jews-of-harlem/To purchase, "Parkchester: A Bronx tale of race and ethnicity": https://nyupress.org/9781479890422/the-jews-of-harlem/
2021-05-0253 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Debra Kaplan discussing Charity and the Poor in Early Modern Germany (Worms, Frankfurt, AH"U: Altona-Hamburg-Wandsbeck)#73.With Prof. Debra Kaplan (Associate Professor of Jewish History at Bar-Ilan University and the Director of the Halpern Center at Bar-Ilan) discussing her new book, "The Patrons and their Poor: Jewish Community and Public Charity in Early Modern Germany".In particular the book focuses on Worms, Frankfurt, and AH"U (Altona-Hamburg-Wandsbeck). We discussed Pinkassim, Gabbai Tzedakah, Parnasim, chezkat kahal, residential & transient poor, various examples, and more. To purchase the book: https://www.upenn.edu/pennpress/book/16175.htmlUse code PENNPOD30-FI for 30% offSupport the show
2021-04-2559 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. David Berger discussing Jewish - Christian debate in the Middle Ages#72.With Prof. David Berger discussing Jewish - Christian debate in the Middle Ages We discussed his critical edition of the class work, "Nizzahon Vetus", the various disputations (Ramban in Barcelona and others), and much more.For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-04-181h 10SeforimchatterDaf Yomi: With R' Moshe Schwed of AllDaf discussing various Seforim & Meforshim on Mesechtas Yoma#71.With R' Moshe Schwed of AllDaf discussing various Seforim & Meforshim on Mesechtas Yoma.To purchase Siach Yitzchak: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CDGLKOE/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_api_glt_fabc_951VNMBXMV2NV1ARMYK8To purchase the Shita Ksav Yad: http://www.moroccanhalacha.com/bookstore/To watch the episode: https://alldaf.org/blogs/28For questions or comments, please email Seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-04-1430 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Martin Lockshin discussing Rashbam#70.With Prof. Martin Lockshin discussing RashbamWe discuss Rashbam's bio, his works and style of pirush on chumash, Prof. Lockshin's critical hebrew edition and English translation, and more.For more information or to sponsor a show, please email seforimchatter@gmail.com Support the show
2021-04-111h 19SeforimchatterWith Pearl Herzog discussing her father, R' Tovia Preschel, and his collected writings that she published (Ma'amarei Tovia)#69.With Pearl Herzog discussing her father, R' Tovia Preschel, and his collected writings that she published (Ma'amarei Tovia).We discussed her father and his, his varied writings on a vast amount of subjects and more.The seforim are publsihed by Mossad Harav Kook and should be widely available. Currently 6 volumes are available. Support the show
2021-04-0538 minSeforimchatterWith Dr. Pinchas Roth discussing Medieval Jewry of Provence#68.With Dr. Pinchas Roth discussing Medieval Jewry of Provence (South France).We discuss the communities history, its overall "hashkafa", famous Provencial Rabbinic figures like: Ra'avad, Ibn Tibbon's, Kimhi's (Radak, etc.), Meiri, Ralbag, and more. We also discuss his new book, " In This Land: Jewish Life and Legal Culture in Late Medieval Provence".To order the book and get 25% off, use code SC21 (valid until 4/30/21) via email: utpbooks@utpress.utoronto.ca. Support the show
2021-03-3054 minSeforimchatterOne year anniversary episode: About how the twitter account and podcast developed#67.One year anniversary episode: About how the twitter account and podcast developed and some reflections on the past yearPlease email any questions or comments to seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-03-2433 minSeforimchatterThe Sarajevo Haggadah (with Prof. Shalom Sabar)#66.With Prof. Shalom Sabar (Prof. Emeritus of Jewish Art and Folklore at Hebrew University) discussing the Sarajevo Haggadah.We discussed an overview of illuminated manuscripts and Haggadah's, the Sarajevo haggadah: Its history, the popularization of it, and much more. To purchase the 2 volume set of the facsimile and Prof. Sabar's study of the Haggadah: https://www.amazon.com/Sarajevo-Haggadah-History-English-Hebrew/dp/9958502259Support the show
2021-03-2155 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Benny Brown discussing the Mussar Movement#65.With Prof. Benny Brown (Prof. of jewish thought at Hebrew University) discussing the Mussar Movement.We discuss Rav Yisroel Salanter, the movement overall, various mussar yeshivos (Slabodka / Novardok / Kelm, and more), mussar seforim and literature, why the movement "ceased" to exist, and much more. To purchase Prof. Brown's book on the Mussar movement: https://www.modan.co.il/product/12/48142/17/55/%D7%AA%D7%A0%D7%95%D7%A2%D7%AA-%D7%94%D7%9E%D7%95%D7%A1%D7%A8-%D7%94%D7%9C%D7%99%D7%98%D7%90%D7%99%D7%AA-%D7%90%D7%99%D7%A9%D7%99%D7%9D-%D7%95%D7...
2021-03-141h 01SeforimchatterWith Rabbi Netanel Wiederblank discussing his "Illuminating Jewish Thought" book series#64.With Rabbi Netanel Wiederblank discussing his "Illuminating Jewish Thought" book series (2 out of 3 volumes have been published thus far).We discuss his style, sources, why he is writing this series and is trying to accomplish, and much more. To purchase volume 1: https://korenpub.com/products/illuminating-jewish-thoughtTo purchase volume 2: https://korenpub.com/products/illuminating-jewish-thoughthardcoverFor more information or to sponsor a show, please email seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-03-071h 14SeforimchatterWith Prof. Yerachmiel (Robert) Brody discussing the Geonim#63.With Prof. Yerachmiel (Robert) Brody discussing the Geonim of BabyloniaWe discuss the period of the Savaro'im, position of Gaon and what it meant and included, where the name comes from, the Yeshivos of Bavel (Pumpidisa & Sura), the yarchei kallah, famous Geonim & writings, Rav Sa'adyah Gaon, and much more.To purchase "The Geonim of Babylonia and the Shaping of Medieval Jewish Culture": https://www.amazon.com/Geonim-Babylonia-Shaping-Medieval-Culture/dp/030018932X/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&qid=1614521595&refinements=p_27%3ARobert+Brody&s=books&sr=1-2For more information or to sponsor a show, please email seforimchatter@g...
2021-02-281h 09SeforimchatterWith R' Dovid Cohen of the cRc discussing his new book, "Alcoholic Beverages: The Halachos of alcoholic beverages, wine, and grape juice as they apply in the modern era arranged according to the order of the Shulchan Aruch"#62.With R' Dovid Cohen of the cRc discussing his new book, "Alcoholic Beverages: The Halachos of Alcoholic Beverages, wine, and grape juice as they apply in the modern era arranged according to the order of the Shulchan Aruch".We discussed Sherry cask, mevushal, kiddush on grape juice, grape juice from concentrate, light grape juice, Starbucks, Teavana, why he chose to self-publish the book in a print-on-demand way, and much more.To purchase the book: https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/rabbi-dovid-cohen/kashrus-halacha-alcoholic-beverages/hardcover/product-gp7n7j.html?page=1&pageSize=4To p...
2021-02-231h 07SeforimchatterWith Mitchell First discussing who Achashverosh & Esther were historically, and the origins of Ta'anis Esther#61.With Mitchell First discussing who Achashverosh & Esther were historically, and the origins of Ta'anis Esther.Most of the discussion is based on essays from his book, "Esther Unmaksed: Solving Eleven Mysteries of the Jewish Holidays and Liturgy". A few of the other chapters of the book are referenced as well. To purchase Esther Unmasked: https://www.amazon.com/Esther-Unmasked-Solving-Mysteries-Holidays/dp/0692375422/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&qid=1613865760&refinements=p_27%3AMitchell+First&s=books&sr=1-1-catcorrTo purchase Roots and Rituals: https://www.amazon.com/Roots-Rituals-Insights-Holidays-History/dp/1947857061/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&qid=1613865760&refinements=p_27%3A...
2021-02-2146 minSeforimchatterWith Dr. Gabriel Wasserman discussing Piyutei Arbah Parshiyos ("Yotzros"), Krovetz for Purim, and Piyutim in general#60.With Dr. Gabriel Wasserman discussing Piyutei Arbah Parshiyos ("Yotzros"), Krovetz for Purim, and Piyutim in general.For more information or to sponsor a show, please email seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-02-141h 13SeforimchatterWith Prof. Cedric Cohen-Skalli discussing Abarbnel (1437 - 1508) and his new book, "Don Isaac Abravanel: An Intellectual Biography"#59.With Prof. Cedric Cohen-Skalli (Prof. of early modern and modern Jewish Philosophy at the University of Haifa) discussing Abarbnel (1437 - 1508) and his new book, "Don Isaac Abravanel: An Intellectual Biography"We discuss Abarbnel (or is it Abravanel?) and his background, an overview of his many writings, the expulsion, Rav Meir Arama's charge, and much more.To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3Ph8m2SSupport the show
2021-02-071h 34SeforimchatterWith Rabbi Elchanan Adler discussing Anim Zemiros#58.With Rabbi Elchanan Adler (Rosh Yeshiva at Yeshivas Rabbeinu Yitzchak Elchanan [RIETS]) discussing Anim Zemiros and his new books, " Anim Zemiros: A Poem for All Ages; Elucidating, Demystifying, and Appreciating the Shir HaKavod". We discussed who wrote it, differences with Shir HaYichud, when should it be said, and more.We also discussed his Rebbi, Rav Dovid Feinstein ZT'L.To purchase the book: https://www.feldheim.com/anim-zemirosFor more information or to sponsor a show, please email seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-01-311h 09SeforimchatterWith Rav Yehoshua Hartman discussing the Maharal of Prague ( 1512[24] - 1609) and his edition of Sifrei Maharal#57.** Sponsored by Gluck Plumbing - Service Division. 732-523-1836 Ext 1. **With Rav Yehoshua Hartman (Rosh Beis Medrash Hasmonean in London and editor of Sifrei Maharal - Machon Yerushalayim).We discussed Rav Hutner, the biography of the Maharal, style of Maharal's writing, Me'or Einayim, what Rav Hartman set out to do in his edition, and much more.To listen to the Jewish Philanthropy Podcast episode where Rav Hartman discusses Rav Hutner ZT’L: https://jewishphilantropypodcast.libsyn.com/topic-the-40th-yahrzeit-of-rav-yitzchak-hutner-ztlTo contact Rav Hartman: jdhartman120@gmail.comThe Seforim ar...
2021-01-241h 30SeforimchatterWith Prof. Elisheva Carlebach discussing Pinkassei Kehillot of pre-modern Europe#56.With Prof. Elisheva Carlebach (Baron Professor of Jewish History, culture, and Society at Columbia University).Discussing Pinkassei Kehillot of pre-modern Europe. To purchase "A Window on Their World": https://www.amazon.com/Window-Their-World-Gundersheim-Non/dp/0878202536To purchase "Colonial Justice and the Jews of Ventian Crete" by Rena Lauer: https://www.amazon.com/Colonial-Justice-Venetian-Crete-Middle/dp/0812250885/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1610903637&sr=1-1For links for other books discussed in this show or to sponsor a show, please email seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2021-01-1755 minSeforimchatterWith R' Nechemya Sheinfeld discussing the Ibn Ezra and his commentary on the Ibn Ezra, "Daas Ezra"#55.With R' Nechemya Sheinfeld discussing the Ibn Ezra and his commentary on the Ibn Ezra, "Daas Ezra" (6 volumes, Mossad Harav Kook)We discussed a basic biography of Ibn Ezra, controversy around the Ibn Ezra's Pirush (Maharshal, Karaites, against Chazal, etc) what Daas Ezra seeks to do and how he did it, Pirush Aruch & Katzar on Shemos, Hakdama on Bereishis, Shittah Acheres on Bereishis, and morehttps://www.mosadharavkook.com/shop/%d7%97%d7%95%d7%9e%d7%a9-%d7%93%d7%a2%d7%aa-%d7%a2%d7%96%d7%a8%d7%90-%d7%a1%d7%98-6...
2021-01-121h 06SeforimchatterWith Prof. Marcin Wodziński discussing his various books on Chasidus and Historical Atlas of Hasidism#54.With Prof. Marcin Wodziński (Prof. of Jewish History and Literature at the University of Wroclaw, Poland).Discussing his various books about Chasidus and his Historical Atlas of Hasidism. Historical Atlas of Hasidism: https://www.amazon.com/Historical-Atlas-Hasidism-Marcin-Wodzi%C5%84ski/dp/0691174016/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3O3QZ643L777B&dchild=1&keywords=marcin+wodzinski&qid=1610235068&s=books&sprefix=marcin+wodz%2Cdigital-text%2C141&sr=1-3Hasidism Key Questions: https://www.amazon.com/Hasidism-Key-Questions-Marcin-Wodzinski/dp/0197552641/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3O3QZ643L777B&dchild=1&keywords=marcin+wodzinski&qid=1610235068&s=books&sprefix=marcin+wodz%2Cdigital-text%2C141&sr=1-2
2021-01-1050 minSeforimchatterWith Daniel Klein discussing Shadal (Samuel David Luzzatto, 1800 - 1865) and his new translation of Shadal on Chumash#53.With Daniel Klein discussing Shadal (Samuel David Luzzatto. 1800 - 1865) and his new translation of Shadal on Chumash.We discussed the biography of Shadal, his works, his opinion about Koheles & the Zohar (Kabbolah), his Chumash translation & Pirush, Dan's translations and what went into producing them, the introduction to each volume, the forthcoming volume on Vayikra (Leviticus), and much more. Use code Shadal10 for 10% off 1 volume, and Shadal20 for 20% off all 3 at KodeshPress.comTo purchase Bereishis: https://kodeshpress.com/product/shadal-on-genesisTo purchase Shemos: https://kodeshpress.com/product/shadal-on-exodusT...
2021-01-031h 46SeforimchatterWith Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing Rashi on Shas#52. With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel (E. Billi Ivry University Professor of Jewish History, Literature, and Law at the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, Yeshiva University) discussing Rashi on Shas.We discuss various aspects of Rashi: Different Mahaduros, the order Rashi wrote, Rashbam & Rivan, Rashi on Rif & Ein Yaakov, and much more.Support the show
2020-12-311h 20SeforimchatterWith Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his (Hebrew) Seforim & Rishonim#51.With Rav Aaron Lopiansky (R'Y Yeshiva of Greater Washington, Tiferes Gedalyahu in Silver Spring, Maryland) discussing his (Hebrew) Seforim & the Rishonim.We discussed his Siddur Aliyos Eliyahu and what went into it; Tefillah L'Moshe on Siddur (collection of Pirushei Rishonim) and what went into it, why he compiled & published it; Sefer Yesodei HaTorah Al Hatorah & Yesodei HaNevi'im on Nevi'im Rishonim, what went into compiling & publishing them, which Rishonim were included, the Mailos of learning Rishonim, and much more.To purchase Siddur Aliyos Eliyahu: https://www.eshelpublications.com/store/p5/Siddur_Aliyos_Eliyahu_w%2F...
2020-12-281h 16SeforimchatterWith Dr. Martina Mampieri discussing Pope Paul IV and the Jews in the 16th Century, and her book, "Living under the Evil Pope: The Hebrew Chronicle of Pope Paul IV by Benjamin Nehemiah ben Elnathan from Civitanova Marche (16th cent.)"#50.With Dr. Martina Mampieri discussing her book, "Living under the Evil Pope: The Hebrew Chronicle of Pope Paul IV by Benjamin Nehemiah ben Elnathan from Civitanova Marche (16th cent.)"We discuss the Jews of Italy in the 15th & 16th century, the Pope's and the Jews, Pope Paul IV and his harsh decrees on the Jews (starting with the Bull Cum nimis absurdum), the burning of the stake of the conversos in Ancona in 1556, the chronicle and its author, Isaiah Sonne, and much more.To purchase the book: https://brill.com/view/title/39214 (Code 71292...
2020-12-231h 26SeforimchatterWith R' Simcha Lauer discussing his book, " Learning the News: Halachic Perspectives on Current Events"#49.With R' Simcha Lauer discussing his book, " Learning the News: Halachic Perspectives on Current Events".We discuss Gedolim's outlook on reading the news, how he approached writing the book, and a few examples from the book. To purchase the book: https://mosaicapress.com/product/learning-the-news/Support the show
2020-12-2232 minSeforimchatterWith R' Alex Hool discussing his new book, "Pharaoh: Biblical History, Egypt, And the Missing Millennium" (about the biblical Pharaoh)#48. With R' Alex Hool discussing his new book, "Pharaoh: Biblical History, Egypt, And the Missing Millennium" about the biblical Pharaoh. R' Hool explains the background of the Egyptian dynasties, his hypothesis, who was the biblical pharaoh and who was the pharaoh at the time of Yosef, and much more. We also discuss his first book, "The challenge of Jewish History: The Bible, The Greeks, And The Missing 168 Years" and his 2nd book, "Searching for Sinai: The Location of Revelation".Also mentioned was his recent article in Ami magazine about the location of Gan Eden.
2020-12-161h 10SeforimchatterWith Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman discussing Chanukah & its historical sources#47.With Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman (Judge Abraham Lieberman Professorship in Hebrew & Judaic studies at NYU) discussing Chanukah and its historical sources.We discussed 1 Maccabees, 2 Maccabees, Megillas Ta'anis, Megillas Antiochus, Josephus, Josippon, and more. Their history, who wrote them & when were they written, Nes Pach Shemen, and more. Support the show
2020-12-1058 minSeforimchatterWith R' Moshe Kravetz discussing the Sforno (Rav Ovadiah Sforno, 1475 - 1550)#46.With R' Moshe Kravetz discussing Rav Ovadiah Sforno: His life and works. R' Kravetz edited and published critical editions of the Sforno on Chumash, various of his Seforim on Nach, Avos, shiurim of a Talmid on Chumash and Tehillim. We discussed the Sforno's life, how to pronounce his name, Italian jewry, his Seforim, Ohr Amim (which the Sforno translated into latin and dedicated it to King Henry II of France), Shlomo Molcho & David HaReuveni, Sforno teaching Reuchlin, Rav Eliyahu BAchur (Elijah Levita), and moreFor more information or to sponsor a show, please email se...
2020-12-061h 44SeforimchatterWith Prof. Joseph Davis discussing the Tosfos Yom Tov (Rav Yom Tov Lipmann Heller ZT'L)#45.With Prof. Joseph Davis (Prof. of Jewish Thought, Gratz College) discussing the Tosfos Yom Tov (Rav Yom Tov Lipmann Heller ZT'L) and his biography of him, "Yom-Tov Lipmann Heller: Portrait of a Seventeenth-Century Rabbi"We discussed his life, Prague in the 16th & 17th centuries, relationship with Maharal & Shelah, his imprisonment & release, his works, no talking during davening, and much more.To purchase the book: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/yom-tov-lipman-heller-9781904113324?cc=us&lang=en&Support the show
2020-11-2959 minSeforimchatterWith Dr. Steve Weiss discussing Pirkei Avos and his Bibliography of it#44.With Dr. Steve Weiss of LA discussing Pirkei Avos and his Bibliography of it.We alos discuss his vast collection of "every" Sefer published on Pirkei Avos, other topics he collects on, cholera & judaism, and more.For a copy of the bibliography please email Dr. Weiss: Avotmaven@gmail.comSupport the show
2020-11-261h 03SeforimchatterWith Prof. Joanna Weinberg discussing Azariah De' Rossi & Me'or Enayim#43. With Prof. Joanna Weinberg (Professor Emerita in early modern Jewish history and Rabbinics, University of Oxford and Hebrew lecturer at Exeter College, Oxford) discussing Azariah De' Rossi (Min HaAdumin) and his work, "Me'or Enayim". We discussed his biography, Philo of Alexandria, Rav Yehuda Moscato, the Maharal, and many more. Also discussed was the ban issued by the rabbonim of Italy, the ban of the Beis Yosef as mentioned by the Chida, the Maharal's opposition, and much more. To purchase Prof. Weinberg's complete translation, "The Light of the Eyes": https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300079067/light-e...
2020-11-251h 28SeforimchatterWith Prof. Joanna Weinberg discussing Azariah De' Rossi & Me'or Enayim#43.With Prof. Joanna Weinberg (Professor Emerita in early modern Jewish history and Rabbinics, University of Oxford and Hebrew lecturer at Exeter College, Oxford) discussing Azariah De' Rossi (Min HaAdumin) and his work, "Me'or Enayim".We discussed his biography, Philo of Alexandria, Rav Yehuda Moscato, the Maharal, and many more. Also discussed was the ban issued by the rabbonim of Italy, the ban of the Beis Yosef as mentioned by the Chida, the Maharal's opposition, and much more.To purchase Prof. Weinberg's complete translation, "The Light of the Eyes": https://yalebooks.yale.edu...
2020-11-2200 minSeforimchatterDaf Yomi: Discussing various seforim on Mesechtas Pesachim#42.Discussing various seforim on Mesechtas Pesachim. Background info, current edition, availability and more. Seforim discussed: Rabeinu Dovid, Maharam Chalava, Tosfos HaRashba, Tosfos HaRosh, Toras HaRishonim, Tzlach, Rav Moshe Mimran, Daf Pashut of Rav Elimelech Bluth, and more. Support the show
2020-11-1918 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Clémence Boulouqe discussing Rav Eliyahu Benamozegh#41.With Prof. Clémence Boulouque (Carl and Bernice Witten Assistant Professor in Jewish and Israel studies at Columbia University) discussing Rav Elia Benamozegh and her newly published book about him, "Another Modernity: Elia Benamozegh 's Jewish Universalism ".We discuss his printing press, the ban on Eim LaMikra, his french disciple Aimé Pallière, Israel & Humanities, and more.To purchase the book: https://www.sup.org/books/title/?id=28797&bottom_ref=subject.Use code MODERNITY20 for 20% off.Support the show
2020-11-151h 05SeforimchatterWith Prof. Pawel Maciejko discussing Rav Yonason Eybeschutz and the "Emden - Eybeschutz" controversy.#40.With Prof. Pawel Maciejko (associate professor of history and Leonard and Helen R. Stulman chair of Classical Jewish Religion, Thought, and Culture at Johns Hopkins University) discussing Rav Yonason Eybeschutz and the "Emden-Eybeschutz" controversy, and Prof. Maciejko's forthcoming book on the topic.We discuss Rav Yaakov Emde, Rav Yonason's censored edition of Mesechtas Berachos, the amulets ("kameya"), other rabbinical opposition (Pnei Yehoshua, Noda B'Yehuda), and more To purchase his book, "Sabbatian Heresy" (a collection of translated sources about sabbatiansim): https://www.amazon.com/Sabbatian-Heresy-Mysticism-Messianism-Modernity/dp/1512600520Support the show
2020-11-1052 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Steven Nadler discussing Rabbi Menasseh ben Israel#39.With Prof. Steven Nadler (William H. Hay II Professor of Philosophy and Evjue-Bascom Professor in Humanities at the University of Wisconsin-Madison) discussing Rabbi Menasseh ben Israel., and the biography that Prof. Nadler wrote, "Menasseh ben Israel: Rabbi of Amsterdam".To purchase the book: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300224108/menasseh-ben-israel. Use code YAC99 for 30% offSupport the show
2020-11-0840 minSeforimchatterWith Dr. Morris Faierstein discussing the Ze'enah U-Re'enah and his new English translation#38.With Dr. Morris Faierstein discussing the Ze'enah U-Re'enah and his new 2 volume english translation. (De Gruyter, 2018)We discuss the author (Rav Yitzchak ben Yaakov of Yanov), various editions, number of editions, why it became to be known as a work for "simpletons", Yiddish seforim, and much more.To purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com/Zeenah-u-Reenah-Studia-Judaica/dp/3110460327Support the show
2020-11-051h 14SeforimchatterWith Rabbi Reuven Chaim Klein discussing his book, "God versus gods: Judaism in the age of Idolatry"#37.With Rabbi Reuven Chaim Klein discussing his book, "God versus Gods: Judaism in the age of Idolatry" which discusses Avodah Zarah in Tanach. The book also includes a comprehensive encyclopedia of all the various Avodah Zarah mentioned in Tanach.To purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com/G-d-Versus-Gods-Judaism-Idolatry/dp/1946351466To purchase Rabbi Klein's 1st book, "Lashon HaKodesh": https://www.amazon.com/Lashon-HaKodesh-History-Holiness-English/dp/1937887545/ref=pd_lpo_14_t_0/138-7219926-4850420?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1937887545&pd_rd_r=f86ec3a4-0831-4e43-886b-a4622934b6b3&pd_rd_w=qOxE6&pd_rd_wg=0...
2020-11-0455 minSeforimchatterWith Rabbi Mordechai Lebhar discussing Machon Magen Avot#36.With Rabbi Mordechai Lebhar (Rosh Kollel of LINK Kollel in LA) discussing Machin Magen Avot and the various Seforim he has published. Shu's Rav Chaim Dovid Serero, Chachmei Castille Al HaTorah, Shita Ktav Yad on Mesechet Yoma from Rav Avraham Ibn Musah, amd his own sefeorim, Magen Avot (Moroccan Minhagim).We also discussed the authors and various Moroccan Gedolim.Support the show
2020-10-2934 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Sara Reguer discussing her grandfather, Rav Simcha Zelig ZT'L, and her father's memoir that she published#35. With Prof. Sara Reguer (Chair of Judaic Studies at Brooklyn College) discussing her book, "My Father's Journey: A Memoir of Lost Worlds of Jewish Lithuania".We discuss her grandfather, Rav Simcha Zelig Reguer ZT'L Av Beis Din of Brisk, Rav Chaim Soloveitchik ZT'L, her father's time in the yeshiva world and more. We also mentioned Rav Moshe Soloveitchik, Rav Joseph Ber Soloveitchik, Rav Shlomo Heiman, Rav Shach and much more.• *CLARIFICATION*: As per Yehuda Geberer of the Jewish History Soundbites Podcast:• The Brisker Rov did not escape through Switzerland. His escape route was as follow...
2020-10-2157 minSeforimchatterWith Rabbi Yosie Levine discussing the Chacham Tzvi#34.With Rabbi Yosie Levine (Rabbi of The Jewish Center) discussing the topic of his recently completed dissertation, the Chacham Tzvi.We discuss his life, works, controversies and moreSupport the show
2020-10-2050 minSeforimchatterWith Dan Rabinowitz discussing his book, "The Lost Library: The Legacy of Vilna's Strashun Library in the Aftermath of the Holocaust"#33.With Dan Rabinowitz (of the Seforim Blog) discussing his book "The Lost Library: The Legacy of Vilna's Strashun Library in the Aftermath of the Holocaust".We discuss Vilna, the Haskalah in Vilna, the Rashash (Rav Shmuel Strashun), Rav Matisyahu Strashun & his library, the library during World War 2, YIVO, the library today, and more.Link to purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Library-Aftermath-Holocaust-Institute/dp/1512603082Support the show
2020-10-181h 01SeforimchatterWith Prof. Howard (Tzvi) Adelman discussing Rav Yehuda Aryeh Modena#32.With Prof. Howard (Tzvi) Adelman discussing Rav Yehuda Aryeh Modena. His life, works, and more. We also touch on Italian Jewry in generalSupport the show
2020-10-141h 06SeforimchatterWith Yehuda Geberer of the Jewish History Soundbites Podcast#31.With Yehuda Geberer, tour guide, writer, and host of the Jewish History Soundbites Podcast.We discuss how he got into history, various stories and recollections, how he prepares for a show, what sources do we both use, how we do we know which sources are good and much moreSupport the show
2020-10-011h 08SeforimchatterShailos U'Teshuvos Torah Lishmah: Did the puported author Rav Yechezkel Kuchli exist or was it truly written by the Ben Ish Chai?#30.Discussing the Sefer Shailos U'Teshuvos Torah Lishmah by the Ben Ish Chai, Rav Yosef Chaim ZT"L of Baghdad. The Ben Ish Chai attributed it to an unknown Chacham "Yechezkel Kuchli", however it is now known that he himself was the author.Various proofs are brought in the extensive introduction to the 2013 Ahavat Shalom edition (as expounded in the podcast).Support the show
2020-09-3021 minSeforimchatterSolo Show discussing a few new SeforimShow #29.Solo show discussing various new Seforim and my quick thoughts on them.If you have any feedback on this style of episode and whether you would like to hear more episodes like this please email me seforimchatter@gmail.comSupport the show
2020-09-2325 minSeforimchatterWith R' Zecharia Holzer of Machon Al Harishonim discussing his Rosh Hashanah Machzor with Pirushei RishonimShow #28. With R' Zecharia Holzer of Machon Al Harishonim discussing the Machon, how they got into working on Rishonim, the Machzorim on Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur, how they came about, various Rishonim included, and moreSupport the show
2020-09-1636 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Eve Krakowski discussing the Cairo GenizaLive show. #27.With Prof. Eve Krakowski (Assistant Professor of Near Eastern Studies and the Program in Judaic Studies at Princeton University) discussing the Cairo Geniza. Its History, how it was discovered, its uses today, the Friedberg project, the differences between the literary fragments and documents, her book, and much more.To purchase her book "Coming of Age in Medieval Egypt: Female Adolescence, Jewish Law, and Ordinary Culture": https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691174983/coming-of-age-in-medieval-egyptSupport the show
2020-08-181h 03SeforimchatterWith Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing the Baalei TosafosLive show. #26.(Some audio issues at around the 40:00 mark, fast forward).With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel (E. Billi Ivry University Professor of Jewish History, Literature, and Law at the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, Yeshiva University) discussing the Baalei Tosafos, who were the "main" ones, methodology, style, differnces between France (צרפת) and Germany (אשכנז), the Tosafos Rid, use (or lack of) the Rambam by the Baalei Tosafos, his forthcoming book "Brothers From Afar: Rabbinic Approaches to Apostasy and Reversion in Medieval Europe" (Wayne State University Press) and more.To purchase Prof. Kanarfogel's books: 1) https://www.wsupress.wa...
2020-08-101h 39SeforimchatterWith Prof. Magda Teter discussing her new book, "Blood Libel: On The Trail Of An Antisemitic Myth"Show #25.With Prof. Magda Teter (Shvidler Chair in Judaic Studies and Professor of History at Fordham University) discussing her new book "Blood Libel: On The Trail Of An Antisemitic Myth" (Harvard University Press) about the history of the Blood Libel, William of Norwich & Thomas Of Monmouth, Simon of Trent and the trial of the Jews of Trent, the controversy around Prof. Ariel Toaff and his book, and more.To purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Libel-Trail-Antisemitic-Myth/dp/0674240936For the accompanying website to the book: http://thebloodlibeltrail.org/For the English translation...
2020-08-0656 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman discussing the Dead Sea ScrollsShow #24. With Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman discussing the Dead Sea Scrolls and more.A basic overview of what they are, who wrote them, the differences between the Perushim, Saducees, suggested reading material and more.To read more of Prof. Schiffman's work: https://nyu.academia.edu/LawrenceSchiffman and http://lawrenceschiffman.com/.To purchase his book "Reclaiming the Dead Sea Scrolls": https://www.amazon.com/Reclaiming-Dead-Sea-Scrolls-Christianity/dp/0300140223For Geza Vermes English Translation of the Scrolls: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Dead-Sea-Scrolls-English/dp/0141197315/ref=sr_1_2?crid=HUUAXJ3ISEYN&dchild=1&keywords=vermes%2C+geza&qid=1596422662&s=book...
2020-08-031h 02SeforimchatterWith R' Yossel Housman on the history and background of the Tisha B'av KinnosShow #23. With Yossel Housman (@Yeshevav) discussing the history of the Kinnos, who was the Kallir & when did he live, different styles of piyut and kinnos, the kinnah "Eli Tzion" and moreSupport the show
2020-07-291h 10SeforimchatterWith R' Moshe Maimon discussing his new edition of the writings of Rabeinu Avraham Ben HaRambamShow #22. Exclusively for the Podcast.Witn R' Moshe Maimon discussing his new critical edition of the writings of Rabeinu Avraham Ben HaRambam (Abraham Maimonidies), a biography of Rabeinu Avraham, his style of learning, similarities to his father and moreAlso discussed is R' Maimon's own Kuntris "Ma'atikei HaShmueah" with glosses of Rav Shaul AlterTo Purchase the Seforim:Ma'amar Al HaDrashos V'alHaAggados: https://www.ebay.com/itm/R-AVRAHAM-BEN-HARAMBAM/392868012226?hash=item5b78c220c2:g:bNwAAOSwcQRfB9UZBereishis: https://www.ebay.com/itm/R-AVRAHAM-BEN-HARAMBAM-Commentary-on-the-Torah/372870295843?hash=item56d0cd3123:g:MbQAAOSw0MRd7uZr
2020-07-2644 minSeforimchatterWith Elli Fischer discussing Translation, Rav Eliezer Melamed, Peninei Halakha and moreLive Show #21.With Elli Fischer discussing his work on Rav Asher Weiss, his work on translating books & Seforim and how he goes about doing it, Rav Eliezer Melamed, Peninei Halakha and moreSupport the show
2020-07-2359 minSeforimchatterWith Rav Shnayor Burton discussing classics of emunah & hashkafa, Tanach and moreShow #20. With Rav Shnayor Burton, R'Y Yeshivas Bais Hillel discussing classical seforim of emunah & hashkafa, his podcast "The Great Sources with Rabbi Shnayor Burton" ,Tanach, his experience in the Chidon HaTanach, his own Seforim and moreTo Purchase his first Sefer "Oros Yaakov" on the Avos: https://www.amazon.com/%D7%90%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%95%D7%AA-%D7%99%D7%A2%D7%A7%D7%91-Shnayor-Burton/dp/B0727TH8X8To listen to his podcast "The Great Sources":https://anchor.fm/shnayor-burton/episodes/13-Resurrection-of-the-Dead--according-to-the-Rambam-and-Avodas-Hakodesh-ec343dSupport the show
2020-07-201h 00SeforimchatterWith Prof. Adam Teller discussing his new book on the Khmelnytsky massacres (Tach-V'Tat) and the refugee crisis that followedLive Show #19. With Prof. Adam Teller of Brown University discussing his new book "Rescue the Surviving Souls: The Great Jewish Refugee Crisis of the Seventeenth Century" (Princeton University Press) about the Khmelnytsky massacres in the Polish - Lithunian Commonwealth in the 17th Century (also known as "Tach-V'Tat ת"ח ות"ט for the years 1648 - 1649) and the subsequent refugee crisis caused by this.To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3J3iRGOAnd to read the famous chronicle Yavein Metsulah יון מצולה (Which Prof. Teller is working on a brand new English edition) see here: https://hebrewbooks.org/44179Support the show
2020-07-1759 minSeforimchatterIntroduction ShowIn this mini episode i discuss my name, background, how i got into Seforim & started the Twitter account and moreCheck out the Twitter account here: https://twitter.com/SeforimchatterSupport the show
2020-07-1613 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Michah Gottlieb of NYU discussing the Biur, Mendelssohn, Rav Hirsch and moreLive Show #17. With Prof. Michah Gottlieb of NYU discussing the Biur, Mendelssohn, Haskalah, Rav Hirsch, and his forthcoming work on German Bible Translation as well as his future work on Rav Hirsch. Support the show
2020-07-0258 minSeforimchatterWith Prof. Joshua Teplitsky discussing Rav Dovid Oppenheim and his libraryLive Show #16.With Joshua Teplitsky (Assistant professor of History at Stony Brook University) discussing his book "Prince of the Press: How One Collector Built History's Most Enduring and Remarkable Jewish Library" about Rav Dovid Oppenheim and his collection, and his new work on plague.To purchase the book: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300234909/prince-pressSupport the show
2020-05-2654 minSeforimchatterWith Feivel Schneider of Legacy JudaicaLive Show #15.Discussing judaica, antiques, auctions, bidspirit, how the auction process works, how he writes a catalog and moreSupport the show
2020-05-241h 03SeforimchatterWith Prof. Eric Lawee discussing his new book on Rashi, his first book on Abarbnel & moreLive Show #14. With Prof. Eric Lawee of Bar-Ilan University discussing his new book: "Rashi's Commentary on The Torah: Canonization and Resistance In The Reception of A Jewish Classic" (Oxford University Press), his first book "Isaac Abarbnel's Stance towards Tradition", the proper pronunciation of "Abarbnel vs Abravanel", his Rebbi and Teacher Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak (Isadore) Twersky and moreTo purchase the books: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/rashis-commentary-on-the-torah-9780190937836?q=lawee&lang=en&cc=usAnd: https://www.sunypress.edu/p-3443-isaac-abarbanels-stance-toward-.aspxSupport the show
2020-05-171h 16SeforimchatterWith R' Avrohom Biderman of Artscroll discussing all things ArtscrollLive Show #13. With R' Avrohom Biderman of Artscroll, discussing whats new, forthcoming projects, opinions and much moreSupport the show
2020-05-071h 15SeforimchatterTwitter Live Solo (AMA)Twitter Live #12. Solo show (AMA), discussing my personal Seforim, opinions and moreSupport the show
2020-05-051h 31SeforimchatterWith Natan Hirsch of the NLI discussing Seforim stores & sales in Israel, publishing houses and moreLive Show #11. With Natan Hirsch of the NLI (National Library of Israel) discussing the NLI, Seforim stores in Yerushalayim, Seforim sales, various publishing houses and moreFollow Natan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/nlitoraniSupport the show
2020-05-0357 minSeforimchatterWith Michelle Chesner discussing old books, Seforim, and moreLive Show #10. With Michelle Chesner (Judaic Librarian at Columbia University Libraries) discussing old books, Seforim, footprints project and much more Follow Michelle on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hchesnerSupport the show
2020-04-291h 03SeforimchatterWith R' Yossel Housman discussing the history of ChassidusLive Show #9. With @Yeshevav discussing the history of Chassidus (Hassidim, Hasidism), Chasidish Seforim and moreSupport the show
2020-04-251h 26SeforimchatterWith Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter discussing Rav Yaakov Emden (the Yaavetz)Live Show #8. With Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter discussing Rav Yaakov Emden ZT'L (the Yaavetz), his forthcoming critical edition of the Yaavetz's autobiography "Megillas Sefer" and moreSupport the show
2020-04-2246 minSeforimchatterWith R' Shimon Szimonowitz of Machon Aleh Zayis on the process of publishing a Sefer todayLive Show #7. With R' Shimon Szimonowitz of Machon Aleh Zayis (Lakewood, NJ) discussing the process of publishing a Sefer today. Editing, typesetting, layout, cover design, graphics, and much moreSupport the show
2020-04-131h 16SeforimchatterWith Prof. Marc Shapiro discussing his books, Rav Mazuz, Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak (Isadore) Twersky and moreLive Show #6. With Prof. Marc Shapiro discussing Rav Mazuz, Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak (Isadore) Twersky, as well as Marc's forthcoming book on Rav Kook, his old books and much moreSupport the show
2020-04-0159 minSeforimchatterWith Onthemainline about his blog, Shadal and much moreLive Show #5. With special guest Onthemainline (Shimon Steinmetz) about his blog, Shadal and much moreSupport the show
2020-03-3151 minSeforimchatterWith David Bashevkin discussing writing, his Haggada, and moreShow #4. With David Bashevkin (Dbashideas) discussing writing (how he writes, styles of writing) his NCSY Haggada, his book, and much moreSupport the show
2020-03-3039 minSeforimchatterWith Israel Mizrahi of Mizrahi Books about old books and seforimAn Interview with Israel Mizrahi of Mizrahi Bookstore in Brooklyn discussing used books and seforimCheck out his store here: https://www.ebay.com/str/jewishbookshopSupport the show
2020-03-2858 minSeforimchatterSolo show about some new Seforim and discussing various Stores and DistributorsLive Show #2. Solo show featuring some info on a few new Seforim, and a discussion of various Seforim stores and distributors in the U.SSupport the show
2020-03-2426 minSeforimchatterSeforimchatter #1 - Solo show, discussing how i got into all of this and some new SeforimShow #1:Includes some background information, and discusses several new Seforim Support the show
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