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Dr. Ayelet Hoffmann Libson
Dr. Ayelet Hoffmann Libson is a scholar of Talmud and Jewish law, and serves as associate professor of law at the Interdisciplinary Center, Herzliya. She has also served as the Gruss Visiting Professor of Talmudic Jurisprudence at Harvard and Penn Law Schools. She received a B.A. from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from New York University. She is a graduate of the Matan Advanced Talmud Institute and the Beit Morasha Program in Jewish Law. Her publications have appeared in journals such as AJS Review, Jewish Quarterly Review, American Journal of Legal History and Oxford Journal of Law and Religion, and she is the author of Law and Self-Knowledge in the Talmud (Cambridge University Press, 2018).
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Introduction to Masechet Shevuot

08.25.2025 | א׳ באלול תשפ״ה


Introduction to Masechet Avodah Zarah

08.25.2025 | א׳ באלול תשפ״ה


Introduction to Masechet Avodah Zarah

06.18.2025 | כ״ב בסיון תשפ״ה


Introduction to Masechet Shevuot

05.04.2025 | ו׳ באייר תשפ״ה


Introduction to Masechet Bava Batra

06.27.2024 | כ״א בסיון תשפ״ד


Introduction to Masechet Bava Metzia

02.28.2024 | י״ט באדר א׳ תשפ״ד


Introduction to Masechet Bava Kamma

11.01.2023 | י״ז במרחשוון תשפ״ד


Intro to Masechet Kiddushin

08.12.2023 | כ״ה באב תשפ״ג
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Sanhedrin
Sanhedrin is one of the most foundational and significant tractates in the Talmud. It delves into the intricacies of justice, wisdom, and Jewish ethics. Through its discussions on the structure of the courts, criminal law, and capital cases, Sanhedrin offers profound lessons on leadership, societal responsibility, and moral principles that are timeless and universal.

114 Dapim
Kiddushin
Kiddushin is a masechet focused on the laws of betrothal and marriage. It examines the processes involved in forming a marital bond, the legal requirements of engagement, and the sanctity of partnership, exploring the responsibilities and commitments that define the creation of a Jewish home.

82 Dapim
Yevamot
Yevamot delves into the intricate laws of levirate marriage and familial relationships, unravelling the complexities that arise when duty, loss, and legacy intersect. The masechet explores scenarios where a man dies without children and his brother is called upon to marry the widow. Through its nuanced discussions, Yevamot reflects on the bonds that tie families together and the sometimes difficult choices communities make to uphold tradition and compassion.

121 Dapim
Taanit
A masechet filled with stories about prayer and miracles at our moments of deepest desperation. Taanit addresses the practices and laws relating to communal fasts, especially in response to drought and communal calamity. The masechet outlines the procedures for proclaiming fasts, the role of public prayer and repentance, and the community’s collective responsibility in times of crisis, highlighting the enduring importance of faith and unity when facing adversity.

30 Dapim
Sotah
Sotah is a masechet that details the laws and rituals relating to a suspected adulteress. It examines procedures for investigating suspicions of infidelity and explores the broader themes of trust, public ceremony, and communal resolution.

48 Dapim
Nedarim
Nedarim delves into the intricate laws of vows, exploring how words can create sacred obligations and transform the everyday into the holy. The masechet examines the power and limits of speech, combining halakhic analysis with reflections on personal responsibility, intention, and the profound connection between language and commitment.

94 Dapim
Nazir
Nazir investigates the unique laws surrounding the Nazirite vow, a commitment to abstain from wine, contact with the dead, and cutting one’s hair. The masechet intertwines halakhic analysis with explorations of spiritual discipline, personal growth, and the aspirations for holiness within everyday life.

73 Dapim
Ketubot
Ketubot, known as the “Shas Katan” or “miniature Talmud,” focuses on the marriage contract and addresses legal, financial, and ethical obligations between spouses. It covers matters such as support, rights, dowries, and property, alongside discussions of love, respect, and communal values. Ketubot highlights both the ideals and challenges of building a Jewish home and is central to the study of family law and ethics.

115 Dapim
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Introduction to Masechet Bava Batra

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Ayelet Libson
06.27.2024 | כ״א בסיון תשפ״ד


Introduction to Masechet Bava Metzia

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Ayelet Libson
02.28.2024 | י״ט באדר א׳ תשפ״ד


Introduction to Masechet Bava Kamma

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Ayelet Libson
11.01.2023 | י״ז במרחשוון תשפ״ד


Intro to Masechet Kiddushin

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Ayelet Libson
08.12.2023 | כ״ה באב תשפ״ג


Intro to Masechet Gittin

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Ayelet Libson
05.16.2023 | כ״ה באייר תשפ״ג


Intro to Masechet Sotah

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Ayelet Libson
04.02.2023 | י״א בניסן תשפ״ג


Introduction to Masechet Nazir

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Ayelet Libson
01.31.2023 | ט׳ בשבט תשפ״ג


Introduction to Masechet Nedarim

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Ayelet Libson
10.30.2022 | ה׳ במרחשוון תשפ״ג
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Introduction to Masechet Avodah Zarah

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Ayelet Libson
06.18.2025 | כ״ב בסיון תשפ״ה


Introduction to Masechet Shevuot

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Ayelet Libson
05.04.2025 | ו׳ באייר תשפ״ה
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