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Talmud Niddah: Soncino English Talmud Book 52 Kindle Edition

by Israel Slotki (Author), Isidore Epstein (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition
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This book provides an elegant classic English edition of Tractate Niddah.

The work is seventh in the Mishnah editions of the Order of Tohoroth. It is placed first in the editions of the Talmud, since it is the only Tractate in this order which consists of Gemara as well as Mishnah.

The term niddah is applied in Biblical and Rabbinical literature to a woman in menstruation who, by reason of her uncleanness, is subject to certain restrictions during her periods and for a varying number of days subsequently. The origin of these regulations is Lev. XV, 19ff, which prescribe some general rules concerning Niddah and Zibah.

The following is a summary of the ten chapters of this Tractate:

CHAPTER I describes the factors that determine the length of the periods of uncleanness in various classes of women, particularly with reference to the retroactive effect of the uncleanness.

CHAPTER II states the test which establishes the beginning of the menstrual period and indicates which colors of discharge are clean and which are unclean.

CHAPTER III deals with the woman in childbirth, stating under what conditions and for what length of time she is unclean, and determining the period of uncleanness in those cases where the sex of the child cannot be established either because of hermaphroditism or on account of miscarriage or abortion.

CHAPTER IV is concerned with the condition of uncleanness of non-Jewish women, such as Samaritans, Sadduceans and idolaters, and of women in protracted labor.

CHAPTER V deals with the uncleanness of a woman whose child was delivered by a Caesarean section. It indicates also the signs of puberty in both sexes, determining their symptoms and the times of their appearance.

CHAPTER VI gives further details on the signs of puberty in the female. In this connection the rule is evolved that on the appearance of a particular symptom the other are assumed to exist, whereas the converse is not true. This terse rule is illustrated by a number of diverse topics where, likewise, it is seen that one condition or fact implies another, but not vice versa (cf. 49a ff).

CHAPTER VII discusses the uncleanness of menstrual blood and other impurities. It also states the circumstances and to what extent Samaritans are believed in regard to uncleanness.

CHAPTERS VIII — X indicate the tests to be applied to decide whether a stain is that of menstrual blood or of some other matter; describe the symptoms of the approach of the menstrual period; and deal finally with the condition of uncleanness of the corpse of a menstruant.

This Tractate contains little Haggadic material. Apart from the occasional homiletical interpretations of Biblical verses the following passages are noteworthy: the view that the physical qualities and characteristics of a person are preordained before birth whereas the moral character and spiritual outlook are left to the free choice of man (16b); the remarkable experiences of Abba Saul as a grave digger (24b); and the folkloristic belief in the blissful condition of the unborn child in the mother’s womb (30b).

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B007AARFOC
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Talmudic Books; 1st edition (February 16, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 16, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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    I have found this set of Soncino Talmud for Kindle very helpful in my research and getting a better knowledge and understanding of Judaism.The translation is accurate, although the Soncino Edition has been carefully editored to remove passages that could be seen as offensive to non-Jewish readers. Some of these editorial changes are as simple as some words being changed, or later additions to the footnotes. But you would only pick this up if you have a knowledge of the Hebrew version.

    The tabs at the right hand side make it very easy to navigate between the folios and to find any particular referance.There is also the ability to highlight passages and bookmark them for futher reference.

    I will be adding the other volumes as they hopefully become available in the future.The pricing makes these volumes very affordable for anyone.
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