Rabbinic Literature

Rabbinic literature encompasses a vast body of Jewish texts produced by rabbis from approximately 200 CE to 600 CE and beyond. It includes works like the Mishnah, which codifies oral law, and the Talmud, which elaborates on the Mishnah through commentary and discussion. These texts explore legal, ethical, and theological topics, aiming to interpret and apply Jewish law and teachings. Rabbinic literature is foundational for understanding Jewish tradition, practices, and the evolution of Jewish thought, serving as a key resource for legal rulings, religious observance, and communal life in Judaism.