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Joseph Barclay

The Talmud

Joseph Barclay

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Left of Brain Books
01 January 2024
General & world history; Judaism: sacred texts
"""The Talmud"" translated by Joseph Barclay is a pioneering work, being one of the first substantial abridged translations of this central text in Jewish tradition and law. Published in the late nineteenth century, this translation marks a significant contribution to the understanding of the Talmud beyond the Jewish community.

Barclay, a sympathetic Christian scholar, undertook this immense task after a decade of study with learned Rabbis in the Holy Land. Recognizing the enormity of translating the Talmud, which is more voluminous than the Encyclopaedia Britannica, Barclay adopted a representative approach. He translated the Mishna (the primary text) of seventeen tracts covering the entire span of the Talmud, along with a commentary on the Tabernacle. His selection includes tracts not found in other translations of the time, like Blessings, Sabbatical Year, and Leprosy, among others.

Accompanying the translation is a detailed plan of the Temple complex, complete with architectural notes, adding a unique dimension to this work. Barclay's translation is straightforward, minimizing personal commentary, and has become a meaningful and influential modern interpretation of the Talmud, despite its relative obscurity. This translation serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to delve into the depths of Jewish law and tradition."
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Imprint:   Left of Brain Books
Dimensions:   Height: 203mm,  Width: 133mm,  Spine: 31mm
Weight:   467g
ISBN:   9781396323447
ISBN 10:   1396323449
Pages:   452
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

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