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MERCAZ
HATORAH
Intensive Study Courses
Titles, descriptions, and credit recommendations for all learning experiences
recommended for college credit within the Intensive Study Courses section
can be found below. To locate information on additional learning experiences,
which have also been recommended for college credit, use the Organization
Directory Page link above for a complete list of titles for all learning
experiences or use the following links to go directly to other
sections:
Foundation Courses
Survey Courses
Titles
of all evaluated learning experiences in the Intensive Study Courses section
The following intensive study courses are covered in the Fall, Winter, and
Spring terms, spanning 5 weeks, 20 weeks, and 13 weeks respectively. Course
hours and depth of study were considered in determining the appropriate credit
recommendations.
Bava Batra (T148, T248, or T348)
Bava Kama II
Talmud Bava Metziah I
Talmud
110, 210, or 310 - Kethuboth I (T110, T210, or T310)
Talmud 111, 211, or 311 - Kethuboth II (T111, T211, or T311)
Talmud
120, 220, or 320 - Yevamoth I (T120, T220, or T320)
Talmud
121, 221, or 321 - Yevamoth II (T121, T221, or T321)
Talmud 130,
230 or 330 - Gitin (T130, T230, or T330)
Talmud
135, 235, or 335 - Kidushin I (T135, T235, or T335)
Talmud
136, 236, or 336 - Kidushin II (T136, T236, or T336)
Talmud
137, 237, or 337 - Kidushin III (T137, T237, or T337)
Talmud
138, 238, or 338 - Kidushin IV (T138, T238, or T338)
Talmud 139, 239, or 339 - Bava Kama I (T139, T239, or T339)
Talmud
140, 240, or 340 - Bava Kama (T140, T240, or T340)
Talmud 143, 243, or 343 - Bava Metzia I (T143, T243,
or T343)
Talmud
144, 244, or 344 - Bava Metzia (T144, T244, or T344)
Talmud 144, 244, or 344 - Bava Metzia II (T144,
T244, or T344)
Talmud 145, 245, or 345 - Bava Metzia III (T145, T245,
or T345)
Talmud
147, 247, or 347 - Bava Batra I (T147, T247, or T347)
Talmud
148, 248, or 348 - Bava Batra II (T148, T248, or T348)
Talmud 150,
250, or 350 - Sukah (T150, T250, or T350)
Talmud
155, 255, or 355 - Pesachim (T155, T255, or T355)
Talmud 160,
260, or 360 - Makot (T160, T260, or T360)
Talmud 161,
261, or 361 -
Makos (T161, T261, or T361)
Talmud
170, 270, or 370 - Nedarim I (T170, T270, or T370)
Talmud
171, 271, or 371 - Nedarim II (T171, T271, or T371)
Talmud
180, 280, or 380 - Sanhedrin (T180, T280, or T380)
Descriptions and credit recommendations
Talmud Bava Meziah I
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: September 2005 - Present.
Objectives: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Metziah employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the resolution of competing claims of possession and with modes of acquisition.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (10/06). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 110, 210, or 310 - Kethuboth I (T110, T210, or T310)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Kethuboth employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws and observances pertaining to marriage and the marriage ceremony. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 111, 211, or 311 - Kethuboth II (T111, T211, or T311)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Kethuboth employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the procedures for adjudicating court cases involving personal status. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 120, 220, or 320 - Yevamoth I (T120, T220, or T320)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present. *
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Yevamoth employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the aspects of judicial and legal principles of levirate marriage. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title. *NOTE: The credit recommendation for this course is extended to individuals who completed study between August 1992 and July 1993 upon the successful completion of a current examination. The official transcript from Mercaz HaTorah will indicate whether an individual qualified under this special arrangement.
Talmud 121, 221, or 321 - Yevamoth II (T121, T221, or T321)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present. *
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Yevamoth employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the impact of personal status of different classes of women on the laws of levirate marriage. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title. *NOTE: The credit recommendation for this course is extended to individuals who completed study between August 1992 and July 1993 upon the successful completion of a current examination. The official transcript from Mercaz HaTorah will indicate whether an individual qualified under this special arrangement.
Talmud 130, 230 or 330 - Gitin (T130, T230, or T330)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 110.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 227.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present. *
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Gitin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the use of an agent to effect divorce, courts adjudicating divorce proceedings, and the authority of courts in general. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title. *NOTE: The credit recommendation for this course is extended to individuals who completed study between August 1992 and July 1993 upon the successful completion of a current examination. The official transcript from Mercaz HaTorah will indicate whether an individual qualified under this special arrangement.
Talmud 135, 235, or 335 - Kidushin I (T135, T235, or T335)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 110.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 227.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - December 2007.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Kidushin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer
study involve the nature and forms of betrothal. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 136, 236, or 336 - Kidushin II (T136, T236, or T336)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - December 2007.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts
and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Kidushin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws pertaining to indentured servitude. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 137, 237, or 337 - Kidushin III (T137, T237, or T337)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2002 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. >Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Kidushin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve nuances of the betrothal dynamic. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/03) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 138, 238, or 338 - Kidushin IV (T138, T238, or T338)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2002 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Kidushin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve three alternative modes of the betrothal process and the dynamics of each. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/03) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 139, 239, or 339 - Bava Kama I (T139, T239, or T339)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1996 - December 2007.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Kama employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws pertaining to torts and damages. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/97) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 140, 240, or 340 - Bava Kama (T140, T240, or T340)
(Also known as Bava Kama II)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present. *
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Kama employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws pertaining to torts and damages. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title. *NOTE: The credit recommendation for this course is extended to individuals who completed study between August 1991 and July 1993 upon the successful completion of a current examination. The official transcript from Mercaz HaTorah will indicate whether an individual qualified under this special arrangement.
Talmud 143, 243, or 343 - Bava Metzia I (T143, T243, or T343)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2005 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Metzia employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the resolution of competing claims of possession and with modes of acquisition of lost objects and claims over bought objects. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (10/06). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 144, 244, or 344 - Bava Metzia (T144, T244, or T344)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - December 2007.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Metzia employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws and procedures concerning the establishment of legal possession with special emphasis on lost property. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 144, 244, or 344 - Bava Metzia II (T144, T244, or T344)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2005 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Metzia employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the resolution of competing claims of possession and with modes of acquisition of lost objects. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (10/06). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 145, 245, or 345 - Bava Metzia III (T145, T245, or T345)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 97.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 240 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: May 2006 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Metzia employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws and procedures concerning the establishment of legal possession with special emphasis on lost property. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation:First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (10/06). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 147, 247, or 347 - Bava Batra I (T147, T247, or T347)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2001 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. >Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Batra employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the fundamental legal principles of partnerships between neighbors concerning their properties. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/02) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course, Bava Batra II, and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 148, 248, or 348 - Bava Batra II (T148, T248, or T348)
(Formerly Bava Batra [T148, T248, or T348])
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 170 hours (20 weeks); in addition, 350 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Bava Batra employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the methods of validating the presumption of ownership of real property. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 150, 250, or 350 - Sukah (T150, T250, or T350)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 110.5 (13 weeks); in addition, 227.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present. *
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Sukah employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the structure of the Sukkah, its qualifications, restraints, and other requirements. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title. *NOTE: The credit recommendation for this course is extended to individuals who completed study between August 1991 and July 1993 upon the successful completion of a current examination. The official transcript from Mercaz HaTorah will indicate whether an individual qualified under this special arrangement.
Talmud 155, 255, or 355 - Pesachim (T155, T255, or T355)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 110.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 227.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Pesachim employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the laws pertaining to the ownership of forbidden foods on Passover. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud 160, 260, or 360 - Makot (T160, T260, or T360)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Makot employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the concept and consequences of false testimony. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title. NOTE: This course and Talmud 161, 261, or 361 - Makos (T161, T261, or T361) overlap in content. Credit should only be awarded for one course.
Talmud 161, 261, or 361- Makos (T161, T261, or T361)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 97.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 240 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: May 2005 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition to the above objectives, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text and follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions.
Instruction: The student reads and studies the first chapter of tractate Makos employing the commentary of Rashi. Instruction and peer study involve the laws pertaining to Edim Zomimim (false witnesses), the general laws of witnesses, as they relate to Edim Zomimim specifically and to other circumstances. Topics covered include: The formulation of punishment for Edim Zomimim in both standard and exceptional cases, the exact Halachic nature of this punishment, the scriptural basis for the punishments and their Halachic ramifications, the determination of which witnesses are affected by these and similar related laws regarding the disqualification of witnesses, and the laws of combination of individual testimonies. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the breadth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/05). NOTE: This course and Talmud 160, 260, or 360 - Makot (T160, T260, or T360) overlap in content. Credit should only be awarded for one course.
Talmud
170, 270, or 370 - Nedarim I (T170, T270, or T370)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 110.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 227.5 hours of
supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - December 2007.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the substance
and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication;
follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions
and resolutions; utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries
to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles
implicit in the text. Second year students and beyond: In addition
to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate abstract
legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Nedarim
employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve
the laws pertaining to vows. NOTE: This tractate is studied
by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the
same, the depth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In the
lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in
Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second
year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree
category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern
Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit
can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Talmud
171, 271, or 371 - Nedarim II (T171, T271, or T371)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42.5 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 112.5 hours of
supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1993 - December 2007.
*
Objectives: First year students: Discuss
the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills
in Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation
leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major
medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying
assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the
text. Second year students and beyond: In addition
to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and formulate
abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate Nedarim
employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve
the laws pertaining to the annulment of vows. NOTE: This
tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope
of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of
study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In
the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester
hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second
year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree
category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern
Studies, or Religion (4/94) (5/99 revalidation) (7/01 revalidation). NOTE: Credit
can be awarded for this course and the Survey course of the same title. *NOTE: The
credit recommendation for this course is extended to individuals who completed
study between August 1991 and July 1993 upon the successful completion
of a current examination. The official transcript from Mercaz HaTorah will
indicate whether an individual qualified under this special arrangement.
Talmud
180, 280, or 380 -
Sanhedrin (T180, T280, or T380)
Location: Mercaz HaTorah, Talpiot, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 110.5 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 227.5 hours
of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2001 - Present.
Objectives: First year students: Discuss the
substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in
Talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading
to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; utilize the major medieval,
modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions
and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Second
year students and beyond: In
addition to the objectives above, analyze abstract legal concepts and
formulate abstract legal categories based on the Talmudic text.
Instruction: The student reads and studies tractate
Sanhedrin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and
peer study involve the judicial procedures of Jewish courts of law. NOTE: This
tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope
of instruction is the same, the depth of study depends upon what year of
study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: First year students: In
the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester
hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; or Second
year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree
category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern
Studies, or Religion (7/01) (8/08 revalidation). NOTE: Credit can be awarded
for this course and the Survey course of the same title.
Updated 9/2/08
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