Seforimchatter

#95. With Rabbi Pinchas Taylor discussing his book, "A Jewish Guide to the Mysterious" We discussed various aspects and subjects in the book and how he approaches the subject and each chapter, dreams, and more To purchase the book:  https://mosaicapress.com/product/a-jewish-guide-to-the-mysterious/ Support the show

#94. With R' Moshe Flohr discussing his new edition of Sefer Bikurei Yaakov of the Aruch LaNer on Hilchos Sukkah & Lulav. We discussed the Aruch LaNer, the sefer, various topics discussed in the sefer, what this new edition includes, and more.  To purchase the Sefer: https://www.amazon.com/%D7%A1%D7%A4%D7%A8-%D7%91%D7%9B%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%99-%D7%99%D7%A2%D7%A7%D7%91-%D7%94%D7%9C%D7%9B%D7%95%...

#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 - 1750 To purchase the book:  https://amzn.to/3zA2k8O To 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

#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.com Support the show

#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 Mesora...

#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 an...

#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-burton To contact Rabbi Burton: Oros.yaakov@gmail.com Support the show

#88 With 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

#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=1-1 With Dr. Jere...

#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--10 To contact them: Office@genazym.com If you liked this episode and want to hear more such episodes please let me k...

#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 differ...

#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...

#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 incl...

#82 With 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.amaz...

#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.com Support the show

#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 purchas...

#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, oth...

#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.org Support the show

#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...

#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=39316374421582 Support the show

#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 HaSforno To purchase the Sefer in the U.S.: https://www.ebay.com/itm/114786609188?ViewItem=&item=114786609188 To purchase in Israel: https://bloy.co.il/product/אמוני-עם-סגולה/ Support the show

#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 mo...

#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 Tzedak...

#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.com Support the show

#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_951VNMBXMV2NV1ARMYK8 To purchase the Shita Ksav Yad: http://www.moroccanhalacha.com/bookstore/ To watch the episode: https://alldaf.org/blogs/28 For questions or comments, please email Seforimchatter@gmai...