The Wisdom of Judaism Teacher's Guide: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud

Insights, Ideas and Thoughtful Questions for Discussing with Students the Essential Core of Judaism—the Talmud.

A step-by-step guide to creative use of The Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Values of the Talmud in the classroom. Each lesson includes:

• An opening hook to grab students' attention
• Intriguing discussion questions to guide students in a personal exploration of the Talmud
• Opportunities for students to engage the text

This comprehensive teaching tool will help you guide each student to a deeper understanding of the Talmud and its eternal wisdom. The Talmud sets out specific guidelines and lyrical admonitions regarding many of life’s ordinary events, and offers profound words of advice for life’s most intractable dilemmas. This accessible introduction to the Talmud explores the essence of Judaism through reflections on the words of the rabbinic sages, from one of American Judaism’s foremost teachers and writers, Rabbi Dov Peretz Elkins.