Rambam's Mishneh Torah: Class 41

Published: Jan. 19, 2021, 2 p.m.

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Class 41: Rambam\'s Introduction; exploring the transition from Nevi\'im (Prophets) to Chachamim (Sages); Ezra and the Ansheh Kenesset HaGedolah, the "Men of the Great Assembly"; decentralization of the Mikdash in favor of a more personal and active Judaism; changing the text of the Torah; we must discuss and teach our children before they are educated problematically by others; ancient script still used in the Samaritan Sifreh Torah; three different understandings regarding the original script of the Torah given to Moshe Rabbenu and various proofs to each of them; similarities with other professional methods of writing, such as law and medicine; older and newer Halachic problems with using "Ashurit" script for day to day use; not every Mitzvah needs a fence!; the evolution of Muktzeh as a model for Rabbinic fences; decreasing fences with communities who are more particular with Halachah; possible double-standards for Talmide Chachamim; leaders who can see the long-term ramifications of their decisions; the famous war of sesame seeds and Rabbi Kook in Jerusalem; restoring trust between Rabbinic leadership and the Jewish masses; and more! (1/19/2021)

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