Background
Published in October of 2023, “How the Talmud Can Change Your Life” Liel Leibovitz illustrates how the ancient teachings of the Talmud provide practical insights and guidance for modern living, addressing a wide array of challenges and moral questions. Leibovitz encourages readers to engage with the Talmud’s rich narratives and debates, revealing its relevance to contemporary issues and personal growth.
My Thoughts
The book was very informative and gave me a much better hold on Jewish thought and Rabbinical teaching, in particular. I enjoy the idea of debate going on throughout time and circumstance to make the scriptures relevant in our day. However, Leibovitz makes the claim that if God Himself made a statement, it would be debated and wouldn’t carry any weight. I can’t get on board with that.
Recommendation
This was a good book as a primer into Jewish writing and theology. Particularly, their cannon of scriptures.