
Book Summary
This work investigates Rabbi David ibn Abi Zimra (Radbaz), a leading 16th century rabbinic authority who assumed the role of rendering just decisions, which were occasionally at the expense of conventional law. The author explores Radbaz's decision-making in terms of his insight into the broader purposes of codified law, sensitivity, and overall rationality.
Book Details
Book Name | Studies In The Judicial Methodology Of Rabbi David Ibn ABI Zimra |
Author | Samuel Morell |
Publisher | University Press Of America (Dec 2003) |
ISBN | 9780761827078 |
Pages | 362 |
Language | English |
Price | 3572 |