JUDS 1859 - IP Selected Rabbinic Literature

Abstract

Philosophy: The first Mishnah in Avos teaches that Moshe received the Torah from Sinai and passed it on to Yehoushua. From that moment in time, the Torah and our tradition has been unbrokenly transmitted from teacher to student. The secret to the survival of the Jewish nation in exile is due to our commitment to the Torah and its teachings. This tradition unifies us and is what makes us the most unique nation in the world. At Stern College, students internalize that they are part of our incredible nation that has miraculously survived thousands of years in exile. They learn that it is our responsibility to pass on the torch to the next generation. Being part of this incredible nation is a privilege and an honor but also a great responsibility. Our goal is to show the sweetness of the Torah and its applicability to our modern day life through the in depth analysis of rabbinical texts. Goals: This course is designed to help students develop high level thinking strategies and active participation in analyzing Jewish textual data, evaluating it and applying it inside and outside the classroom. The students also learn how to analyze and decipher the words of Chazal. Yeshiva University Stern College for Women JUDS 1851 GHW /Spring 2021

Selected Rabbinical Literature 61020 Rabbi Meir Goldwicht 245 Lexington Ave. Room 708 goldwcht@yu.edu Office Hours: by appointment

Eligibility: By placement only.

Philosophy:

The first Mishnah in Avos teaches that Moshe received the Torah from Sinai and passed it on to Yehoushua. From that moment in time, the Torah and our tradition has been unbrokenly transmitted from teacher to student. The secret to the survival of the Jewish nation in exile is due to our commitment to the Torah and its teachings. This tradition unifies us and is what makes us the most unique nation in the world. At Stern College, students internalize that they are part of our incredible nation that has miraculously survived thousands of years in exile. They learn that it is our responsibility to pass on the torch to the next generation. Being part of this incredible nation is a privilege and an honor but also a great responsibility. Our goal is to show the sweetness of the Torah and its applicability to our modern day life through the in depth analysis of rabbinical texts.

Goals: This course is designed to help students develop high level thinking strategies and active participation in analyzing Jewish textual data, evaluating it and applying it inside and outside the classroom. The students also learn how to analyze and decipher the words of Chazal.

Objectives: 1. Introduce students to a variety of Jewish texts that impart Jewish values and morals.

2. To show how the olden texts of Chazal that were written hundreds of years ago (if not thousands of years ago) are still applicable and relevant in our daily lives. 3. Empower women with a strong understanding of our tradition enabling them to transmit it onwards. .

Course Materials: 1. At the beginning of each class, students receive numerous sources from רסומו הבשחמ ילעב.

Requirements:

,םינורחא ,םינושאר ,ך"נת

1. Please note that in accordance with our philosophy, as well as university policies (see below), students MUST attend all classes; arrive to class ON TIME, and in compliance with the Student Dress Code. 2. No electronic devices are allowed during class time without instructor’s permission. This includes phones, computers, iPads, etc. 3. No make-up exams will be given except in cases supported by medical documentation. 4. The final grade will be composed of the following: 40% active class participation 60% final examination.

Please note the following: 1. Do not make any personal or travel plans which conflict with final exam week. If you have any questions or problems, speak contact Dr. Jill Katz in the Office of the Dean: (646)592-4174 or jckatz@yu.edu (and not with your instructor).

2. Students with disabilities who are enrolled in this course and who will be requesting documented disability-related accommodations are encouraged to make an appointment with the Office of Disability Services, (917-326-4828) during the first week of class. After approval for accommodations is granted, please submit your accommodations letter to me as soon as possible to ensure the successful implementation of those accommodations Please note the following YU Academic Information and Policies

ATTENDANCE A record of the student’s attendance in each class is kept by the instructor. If a student is absent from any course for any cause for more than half a semester and does not officially withdraw from the course, the student will receive a grade of G.

Academic Integrity Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating, plagiarizing, fabrication of information or citations, facilitating acts of dishonesty by others, having unauthorized

possession of examinations, submitting work of another person or work previously used without informing the instructor, or tampering with the academic work of other students.. If you remain enrolled in this course, you are indicating implicitly to the instructor that you have read, understand and accept the universities policies and procedures regarding academic integrity and dishonesty (http://www.uiuc.edu/admin_manual/code)

Note that students are not allowed to use Google translate for written assignments. 2.To show how the olden texts of Chazal that were written hundreds of years ago (if not thousands of years ago) are still applicable and relevant in our daily lives. 3.Empower women with a strong understanding of our tradition enabling them to transmit it onwards.