Rabbi Shammai

Rabbi Shammai was a prominent Jewish scholar and teacher from the 1st century CE, known for founding one of the major schools of Jewish thought called the House of Shammai. His approach emphasized strict interpretation of religious laws and meticulous observance. Shammai often held more conservative views compared to his student, Rabbi Hillel, and their debates shaped Jewish legal tradition. His teachings focus on discipline, precision, and adherence to tradition, forming a foundation for later rabbinic discussions on ethical and legal matters within Judaism.