Understanding the Talmud

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The Rabbis of the Talmud once asked, "Is the pursuit of knowledge greater than the pursuit of living?" Rabbi Tarphon responded, "Human enterprise is greater." Rabbi Akiva answered, "Learning is greater." All of them answered, "The acquisition of knowledge is greater because it enriches human action." With Understanding the Talmud as a guide, beginners can discover for themselves how Torah study can enhance their lives.