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Talmud Bava Basra III (Talmud 167a, 267a, 467a)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2006 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 167a: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the beginning of the third chapter of Bava Basra; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.Talmud 267a: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 467a: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student reads and studies the relevant section of tractate Bava Basra employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to Bava Basra. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 167a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 267a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 467a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/08). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 167a, 267a, or 467a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 167a or 267a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 467a at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Basra IV (Talmud 167b, 267b, 367b)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2006 - Present.
Course Objectives: Talmud 167b: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the end of the third chapter of Bava Basra; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 267b, Talmud 367b: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to property rights, such as chozokoh, liens, real estate theft, marital disputes concerning land as well as aspects of kinyanim and court procedures. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 167b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 267b or 367b:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/08).

Talmud Bava Kama V (Talmud 158a, 258a, 358a, 458a)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2001 - December 2007.
Objectives: Talmud 158a: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the seventh chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 258a or 358a: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 458a: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 158a: The seventh chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to theft, the financial obligations and liabilities involved, and their effect on ownership and how these changes come about. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 258a or 358a: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 458a: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: The fundamental legal issues of theft; the transfer of ownership involved; the obligation to pay for damaged or unreturned stolen goods; fines and returning of stolen goods; kafel, daled v’heh and keren; chiuv hashava; elements of reshus; ownership and its transference; and various forms of kinyanei geneiva. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 158a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 258a or 358a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 458a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 158a, 258a, 358a, or 458a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 158a, 258a, or 358a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 458a at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Kama VI (Talmud 158b, 258b, 358b, 458b)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2001 - December 2007.
Objectives: Talmud 158b: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 258b or 358b: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 458b: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 158b: The ninth chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to liability of a thief, the effect that theft has on ownership and related issues of theft and indirect damages. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 258b or 358b: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 458b: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Various issues of theft, including takanas hashavim, kinyanei geneiva and baalos of the ganav; issues of reshus and ownership; issues of the theft of avodim, chiuv hashava and tainis ganav apotike, hezek sh’eino nikar and indirect forms of damage. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 158b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 258b or 358b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 458b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 158b, 258b, 358b, or 458b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 158b, 258b, or 358b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 458b at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Kama VII (Talmud 458d)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Objectives: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first section of the tenth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text; utilize the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text; analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: The first section of the tenth chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to obligations and liabilities of a thief and the liabilities and obligations upon stealing real estate. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. The student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered include: The obligations and liabilities of a thief; yiush; stealing of real estate.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02).

Talmud Bava Kama VIII (Talmud 358e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Objectives: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second section of the tenth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text; utilize the full range of commentaries in the understanding of the text.
Instruction: The second section of the tenth chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to theft by a bailee and other forms of theft by means of an oath. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. The student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered include: Theft by a bailee; all forms of theft by means of oath in court.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02).

Talmud Bava Kama IX (Talmud 169a, 269a, 469a)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2007 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 169a: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third, fourth, and fifth chapters of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.Talmud 269a: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 469a: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student reads and studies the relevant section of tractate Bava Kama employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to Bava Kama. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 169a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 269a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 469a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 169a, 269a, or 469a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 169a or 269a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 469a at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Kama X (Talmud 169b, 269b, 369b)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2007 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 169b: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the end of the first chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 269b, Talmud 369b: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 169b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 269b or 369b:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08).

Talmud Bava Kama XI (Talmud 169d, 269d, 369d, 469d)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2008 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 169d Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 269d, Talmud 369d: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.Talmud 469d: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the second chapter of Bava Kama. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 169d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 269d or 369d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 469d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 169d, 269d, 369d, or 469d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 169d, 269d, or 369d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 469d at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Kama XII (Talmud 169e, 269e, 369e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2008 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 169e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 269e or 369e: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapter dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: Students in all three courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 169e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 269e or 369e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. (9/08). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 169e, 269e, or 369e.

Talmud Bava Kama Advanced Survey III (Talmud 358c)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 78 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2001 - December 2007.
Objectives: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Bava Kama; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: The ninth chapter of Bava Kama is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the liability of a thief, the effects theft has on ownership and related issues of theft and indirect damages. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. In addition, the student is introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics covered include: Analysis of the effect theft has on ownership; laws of an apotiki; hezek sh’ayno nikar; indirect forms of damage; chiuv hashava; theft of land and avodim; tainis ganav; and takanos hashavim.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 158b, 258b, 358b, 458b (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 358c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 358c and Talmud 458b at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Metzia V (Talmud 160a, 260a, 360a, 460a)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2002 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 160a: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 260a or 360a: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 460a: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 160a: The first chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to acquisition, ownership, and properties under dispute, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 260a or 360a: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes to more conceptual development. Talmud 460a: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Analysis of legal concepts with regard to acquisition and ownership, possessions and manners of acquisition, elements of muchzakos, oaths, and validity of documents, and property under dispute. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 160a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 260a or 360a:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 460a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 160a, 260a, 360a, or 460a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 160a, 260a, or 360a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 460a at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Metzia VI (Talmud 160b, 260b, 360b, 460b)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2002 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 160b: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the fourth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 260b or 360b: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 460b: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 160b: The fourth chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to money and acquisition and the related issues of ono’oh and pidyon, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 260b or 360b: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes to more conceptual development. Talmud 460b: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Various issues of kinyan kesef, including definition of money vs. goods and the elements involved in acquisition; issues of kinyan chalifin and ono’oh, related issues of pidyon maaser shaini and hekdesh. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 160b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 260b or 360b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 460b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 160b, 260b, 360b, or 460b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 160b, 260b, or 360b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 460b at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Metzia VII (Talmud 170a, 270a, 470a)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2008 - Present.
Objectives:Talmud 170a: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the  eighth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.Talmud 270a: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 470a: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student reads and studies the relevant section of tractate Bava Metzia employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to Bava Metzia. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation:Talmud 170a:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 270a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 470a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 170a, 270a, or 470a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 170a or 270a at the undergraduate degree level andTalmud 470a at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Bava Metzia VIII (Talmud 170b, 270b, 370b)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2008 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 170b: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth and seventh chapters of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 270b, Talmud 370b: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 170b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 270b or 370b:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/08 Administrative Review).

Talmud Bava Metzia IX (Talmud 470d)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2009 - Present.
Objectives: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The focus is on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.Talmud 470d: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the second chapter of Bava Metzia. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (9/09 Administrative Review).

Talmud Bava Metzia X (Talmud 170e, 270e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel. Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2009 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 170e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 270e: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text.
Instruction: The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapter dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: Students in all three courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 170e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 270e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. (9/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 170e or 270e.

Talmud Bava Metzia Advanced Survey III (Talmud 360c)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 78 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2002 - Present.
Objectives: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the fourth chapter and part of the fifth chapter of Bava Metzia; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: The fourth chapter and part of the fifth chapter of Bava Metzia, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to money and acquisition, as well as the related issues of ono’oh, pidyon, interest and usury, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. In addition, the student is introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics covered include: various issues of kinyan kesef, including definition of money vs. goods and the elements involved in acquisition; issues of kinyan chalifin and ono’oh; related issues of pidyon maaser shaini and hekdesh; issues of me’ilah, usury and interest.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 160b, 260b, 360b, 460b (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 360c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 360c and Talmud 460b at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Brachos (Talmud 163e, 263e, 363e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 163e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth chapter of Brachos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 263e or 363e: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: Talmud 163e: The sixth chapter of Brachos, dealing primarily with the laws governing blessings over food and drink, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 263e or 363e: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: The fundamental issues of blessings on food and the source for saying brachos and the order of blessings; blessings for fruits and vegetables, mixtures containing grains, bread, juices, and wine. NOTE: Students in all three courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 163e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 263e or 363e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. (6/05). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 163e, 263e, or 363e.

Talmud Chulin I (Talmud 162a, 262a, 362a, 462a)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 734 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2003 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 162a: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first chapter of Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 262a, 362a: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 462a: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student reads and studies the relevant section of tractate Chulin employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the first chapter of Chulin. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 162a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 262a or 362a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 462a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 162a, 262a, 362a, or 462a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 162a, 262a, or 362a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 462a at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Chulin II (Talmud 162b, 262b, 362b, 462b)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2003 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 162b: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth, tenth, eleventh and twelfth chapters Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 262b, Talmud 362b: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 462b: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 162b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category , 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 262b or 362b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 462b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category,3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05).NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 162b, 262b, 362b, or 462b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 162b, 262b, or 362b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 462b at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Chulin III (Talmud 362c)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2003 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 362c: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the seventh chapter Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text.  In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 162b, 262b, 362b, 462b (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 362c. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 362c and 462b at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Chulin IV (Talmud 162d, 262d, 362d, 462d)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 162d Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second chapter of Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 262d, Talmud 362d: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.Talmud 462d: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the eighth chapter of Sanhedrin. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 162d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 262d or 362d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 462d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05).NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 162d, 262d, 362d, or 462d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 162d, 262d, or 362d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 462d at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Chulin V (Talmud 262e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 262e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the fourth chapter of Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text.  In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05).

Talmud Chulin VI (Talmud 362f)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 362f: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the eighth chapter of Chulin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05).

Talmud Kesubos II (Talmud 150d, 250d, 350d, 450d)
(Formerly Talmud Kesubos II [Talmud 151, 251, 351, 451])
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1996 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 150d: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Kesubos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 250d or 350d: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 450d: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 150d: The third chapter of Kesubos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to combining of financial penalties with all forms of corporal punishment, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 250d or 350d: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 450d: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Chiyuv knas for forbidden relationships; the validity of coerced conversion; details of the cancellation of financial penalty where there is a simultaneous capital crime; details of the cancellation of financial penalty where there is a simultaneous corporal punishment. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 150d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 250d or 350d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 450d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 150d, 250d, 350d, or 450d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 150d, 250d, or 350d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 450d at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Kesubos III (Talmud 164a, 264a, 364a, 464a)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 195 hours (26 weeks); in addition 734 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 164a: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the end of the second chapter and the ninth chapter of Kesubos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 264a or 364a: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 464a: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 164a: The end of the second chapter and the ninth chapter of Tractate Kesubos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to Kesubos, are addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 264a or 364a: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 464a: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: The fundamental issues of verification of the signatures of witnesses signed on a legal document; written testimonies and promissary notes; collection of the kesubah and other promissory notes; analysis of siluk and tefisah. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 164a: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 264a or 364a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 464a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/05). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 164a, 264a, 364a, or 464a at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 164a, 264a, or 364a at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 464a at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Makos I (Talmud 168d, 268d, 468d)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition 367 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2007 - Present.
Course Objectives: Talmud 168d: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first chapter of Makos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 268d: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text.  In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 468d: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the first chapter of Makos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to aydim zomanim and some of the basics of testimony: disqualification of witnesses and the right of appeal, capital punishment and aspects of golus, among other topics. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 168d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 268d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 468d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/08). NOTE: A student may receive credit for only one of Talmud 168d, 268d or 468d at the undergraduate level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 168d or 268d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 468d at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Makos II (Talmud 168e, 268e, 368e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2007 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 168e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second chapter of Makos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 268e, Talmud 368e: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapter dealing with the laws pertaining to golus and unintentional killing: the three categories - shogeg, korov lemayzid, korov le'ones; nezikin, ir miklot, go'el hadam and kohen godol. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 168e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 268e or 368e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/08).

Talmud Nedarim I (Talmud 166b, 266b, 366b)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition 312 hours of supervised study.
Dates: August 2003 - Present.
Course Objectives: Talmud 166b: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first and second chapters Nedarim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 266b, Talmud 366b: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to the divorce contract. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 166b:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 266b or 366b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/07).

Talmud Nedarim II (Talmud 166e, 266e, Talmud 366e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2006 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 166e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Nedarim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 266e, Talmud 366e: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to rights and obligations of owners of neighboring property. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 166 e:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 266e or 366 e:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/07).

Talmud Pesachim III (Talmud 159d, 259d, 359d, 459d)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Objectives: Talmud 159d: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first section of the second chapter of Pesachim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 259d or 359d: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 459d: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 159d: The first section of the second chapter of Pesachim is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the prohibition of owning and benefiting from chametz and other forbidden items. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 259d or 359d: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 459d: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: The obligation to destroy chametz; the prohibition to own chametz; the prohibition of benefiting from chametz; the nature of the prohibition to benefit from forbidden foods or items. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 159d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 259d or 359d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 459d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 159d, 259d, 359d, or 459d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 159d, 259d, or 359d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 459d at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Pesachim IV (Talmud 159e, 259e, 359e, 459e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Objectives: Talmud 159e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second section of the second chapter of Pesachim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 259e or 359e: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 459e: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 159e: The second section of the second chapter of Pesachim is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the prohibition of owning and of eating chametz and the mitzvoth of matzah and maror. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 259e or 359e: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 459e: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Prohibition of owning and eating chametz; the mitzvoth of matzah and maror. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 159e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 259e or 359e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 459e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 159e, 259e, 359e, or 459e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 159e, 259e, or 359e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 459e at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Pesachim Advanced Survey II (Talmud 359f)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2002 - December 2007.
Objectives: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the second section of the second chapter of Pesachim; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: The second section of the second chapter of Pesachim is addressed, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the prohibition of owning and eating chametz and the mitzvoth of matzah and maror. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. In addition, the student is introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics covered include: The prohibition of owning and eating chametz; and the mitzvoth of matzah and maror.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/02). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 159e, 259e, 359e, 459e (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 359f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 359f and Talmud 459e at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Sanhedrin I (Talmud 161d, 261d, 361d, 461d)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 367 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 2003 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 161d: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the eighth chapter of Sanhedrin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 261d or 361d: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 461d: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 161d: The eighth chapter of Sanhedrin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to minors, redifa, kim ley bidiraboh minay and martyrdom, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 261d or 361d: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes to more conceptual development. Talmud 461d: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Fundamental issues of minors and the wayward son, capital punishment, kim ley bidiraboh minay and rodef, pre-emptive killing and martyrdom. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 161d: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 261d or 361d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 461d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category,6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 161d, 261d, 361d, or 461d at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 161d, 261d, or 361d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 461d at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Sanhedrin II (Talmud 161e, 261e, 361e, 461e)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2003 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 161e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Sanhedrin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 261e or 361e: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 461e: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 161e: The ninth chapter of Sanhedrin, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to ariyos, capital liability, machnisa lakipa, and kanayim pogaim bo, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 261e or 361e: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery, the focus changes to more conceptual development. Talmud 461e: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Fundamental issues of ariyos and capital liability, issues of warning and the death penalty, elements of machnisa lakipa and kanayim pogaim bo. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 161e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 261e or 361e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 461e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category,3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 2 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 161e, 261e, 361e, 461e (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 361f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 361f and Talmud 461e at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Sanhedrin Advanced Survey I (Talmud 361f)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition 156 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2003 - Present.
Objectives: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the ninth chapter of Sanhedrin; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize in a complete fashion the full range of major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text.
Instruction: The ninth chapter of Sanhedrin is addressed, which deals primarily with the laws pertaining to arayos, capital liability, machnisa lakipa, kanayim pogaim bo and entry to the bais hamikdash. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. In addition, the student is introduced to advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Topics covered include: Fundamental issues of arayos and capital liability, issues of warning and the death penalty, elements of machnisa lakipa, kanayim, pogaim bo misa biday shamayim and the bais hamikdash.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/04) (2/09 Administrative Review). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 161e, 261e, 361e, 461e (undergraduate level credit recommendation) or 361f. Credit can be awarded for Talmud 361f and Talmud 461e at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Shevuos I (Talmud 165a, 265a, 465a)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length:195.75 (26 weeks) hours; in addition, 734.25 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 2005 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 165a: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Shevuos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 265a: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Talmud 465a: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student reads and studies the relevant section of tractate Shevuos employing the major standard commentaries. Instruction and peer study involve the above chapters dealing with the laws pertaining to Shevuos. NOTE: All students study these chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 165a:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 265a:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 465a: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 12 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studes, or Religion (1/07). NOTE: A student may receive credit for only one of Talmud 165 a, 265a or 465a at the undergraduate level; however, credit can get awarded for Talmud 164a or 265a  at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 465a at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Shevuos II (Talmud 165d, 265d, 465d)
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 94 hours (13 weeks); in addition 367 hours of supervised study.
Dates: April 2006 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 165d: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the sixth chapter of Shevuos; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focus primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilizing also the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 265d: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text.  In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 465d: In addition to the above objectives, focus in a more total sense on analysis of the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and range of commentaries, and formulate abstract legal categories based on the above talmudic text. The student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries.
Instruction: The student is expected to prepare the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor will guide in understanding the issues raised, and will assist the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction will include, but not be limited to discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Instruction and peer study involving the content of the sixth chapter of Shevuos, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to shevuos hadayinim and related laws of shevuos such as shevuos hesis, shevuos ayd eched, shevuos sheker, among others. NOTE: All students study the same chapters in a given term. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit Recommendation: Talmud 165d:In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 265d:In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 465d: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/07). NOTE: A student may receive credit for only one of Talmud 165d, 265d or 465d at the undergraduate level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 165d or 265d at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 465d at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Sukkah I (Talmud 151b, 251b, 351b, 451b)
(Formerly Talmud Sukkah I [Talmud 150, 250, 350, 450])
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 81 hours (26 weeks); in addition, 312 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: August 1995 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 151b: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the first two chapters of Sukkah; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 251b or 351b: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 451b: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 151b: The first two chapters of Sukkah, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the construction of the sukkah, are addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 251b or 351b: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 451b: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Criteria for the walls and roof of the sukkah; size of the sukkah; prohibition against using the walls and roof of the sukkah. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 151b: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 251b or 351b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 451b: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 5 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 151b, 251b, 351b, or 451b at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 151b, 251b, or 351b at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 451b at the graduate degree level.

Talmud Sukkah II (Talmud 151e, 251e, 351e, 451e)
(Formerly Talmud Sukkah II [Talmud 152, 252, 352, 452])
Location: Toras Moshe, Jerusalem, Israel.
Length: 42 hours (13 weeks); in addition, 156 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates: April 1996 - Present.
Objectives: Talmud 151e: Discuss the substance and essence of the talmudic text of the third chapter of Sukkah; apply analytical skills in talmudic explication; follow the dynamics of talmudic argumentation leading to halakhic conclusions and resolutions; focusing primarily on the commentaries of Rashi and Tosafos, utilize the major medieval, modern, and contemporary commentaries to comprehend the underlying assumptions and consequences of the legal principles implicit in the text. Talmud 251e or 351e: In addition to the above objectives, utilized in a more complete fashion, the student is introduced to the full range of commentary in the understanding of the text. In addition, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. The difference between the two levels is in the focus on conceptual development. As the student becomes more adept at textual mastery the focus changes more to conceptual development. Talmud 451e: In addition to the above objectives, analyze the abstract legal concepts implicit in the talmudic text and its commentaries; formulate abstract legal categories based on the talmudic text.
Instruction: Talmud 151e: The third chapter of Sukkah, dealing primarily with the laws pertaining to the ceremony of the taking of the lulav and the various forms of ritual disqualification of the arba minim, including a lengthy analysis of the disqualification of stolen objects for ritual usage, is addressed. The student prepares the applicable talmudic texts as well as the major halakhic opinions of various rishonim and acharonim, including Rashi, Tosafos, and the other commentaries as assigned by the instructor. The instructor guides the student in understanding the issues raised, and assists the student to deduce and elucidate the crux of these issues. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, discussion of the major relevant halakhic topics. Talmud 251e or 351e: In addition to the above, the student is introduced to techniques in advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Talmud 451e: In addition to the above, the student is expected to achieve proficiency in techniques of advanced conceptualization of talmudic text and commentaries. Topics covered in each course include: Various types of disqualification of the lulav and the other species used on Sukkoth; disqualification of stolen objects for ritual purposes; laws regarding stealing of real estate; acquisition by thief of stolen objects. NOTE: Students in all four courses study the same course materials. While the scope of instruction is the same, the depth of study and nature of analysis depends upon which course the student is enrolled in.
Credit recommendation: Talmud 151e: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 251e or 351e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion. Talmud 451e: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/00) (1/07 revalidation). NOTE: Credit should only be awarded once for Talmud 151e, 251e, 351e, or 451e at the undergraduate degree level; however, credit can be awarded for Talmud 151e, 251e, or 351e at the undergraduate degree level and Talmud 451e at the graduate degree level.

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