Starring:Talmud Directed by:Pierre-Henry Salfati Binding: DVD Published: 2007-09-25 Availability:
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In this authoritative documentary, director Pierre-Henry Salfati traces the history of the Talmud the repository of millennia of Jewish wisdom. In doing so, he posits the question: What comprises this cardinal text of Judaism? Originally passed down orally from master to student, the Talmud is the hidden face of the Torah, or Old Testament. It is a vast body of legal, mythic, and philosophical texts, and a mixture of religious commentary and debate, of history and science, and of anecdote and humor. No other text has had such an influence on Jewish life as it details the principles, ethical codes, and laws that serve as a guide for conduct. In addition to an exhaustive exploration of the Talmud, the film also guides the viewer through the history of Jewish communities, concluding with present-day New York.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
A Fine General Introduction:
This documentary has some fine production values: a well-written narration, & excellent choice of accompanying video support. It is a nicely balanced blend of the historical, spiritual, & academic.
Brief overview for non-Jews:
Running just about one hour, this French-made documentary looks at the development and the significance of the Talmud. It tells the story of how the Talmud evolved, mentions those teachers who were most important in its development, relates the development of the Talmud to the history of the Jewish people in Europe and America, and finally attempts to place the importance of the Talmud in modern Judiasm. Since there is only so much that can be covered in an hour, this is obviously only an overview of the... more info
