Pninei Halakha

Pninei Halakha refers to the foundational principles and underlying reasoning behind Jewish legal rulings. Unlike the specific commandments or laws themselves, it explores the logic, values, and methods used by halakhic authorities to interpret and apply Jewish law. Essentially, it provides insight into why certain laws exist and how they are derived, helping scholars, rabbis, and laypeople understand the broader framework guiding legal decisions. This approach ensures that halakhic rulings are meaningful, consistent, and rooted in a well-structured interpretive process.