Rabbinic Drinking

What Beverages Teach Us About Rabbinic Literature

By: Jordan D. Rosenblum

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Paperback | 21 January 2020 | Edition Number 1

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Though ancient rabbinic texts are fundamental to analyzing the history of Judaism, they are also daunting for the novice to read. Rabbinic literature presumes tremendous prior knowledge, and its fascinating twists and turns in logic can be disorienting. Rabbinic Drinking helps learners at every level navigate this brilliant but mystifying terrain by focusing on rabbinic conversations about beverages, such as beer and wine, water, and even breast milk. By studying the contents of a drinking vessel—including the contexts and practices in which they are imbibed—Rabbinic Drinking surveys key themes in rabbinic literature to introduce readers to the main contours of this extensive body of historical documents.

Features and Benefits:

Contains a broad array of rabbinic passages, accompanied by didactic and rich explanations and contextual discussions, both literary and historical
Thematic chapters are organized into sections that include significant and original translations of rabbinic texts
Each chapter includes in-text references and concludes with a list of both referenced works and suggested additional readings

Industry Reviews

"Rosenblum offers entertaining examples and writes so clearly that even those who have no knowledge of rabbinic literature should be able to understand the material." * The Reporter *
"Can be quite useful for the popularization of Talmudic research among American undergraduates. . . . Rosenblum's clear voice and deft presentation will serve students." * Journal for the Study of Judaism *
"[Rosenblum] writes in very engaging manner, mixing erudite terms with a personal, and lighthearted, voice. . . . Hopefully, this initial sip will leave a lasting aftertaste." * Religion *

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