The Babylonian Talmud

The Babylonian Talmud is a foundational Jewish text formed over centuries, combining the Mishnah (oral laws and customs) with the Gemara (scholarly discussions and interpretations). It is a vast collection of legal, ethical, and philosophical debates that guide Jewish practice and thought. Compiled mainly in Babylon (modern Iraq) between the 3rd and 6th centuries CE, it serves as a key source for understanding Jewish law, tradition, and perspectives, reflecting centuries of rabbinic scholarship addressing everyday life, religious obligations, and moral principles within the Jewish community.