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Explain briefly why the Talmud is important to Jews

06 May, 2013 2 marks, A01, Beliefs and Sources, Talmud 0 Comments 19

Explain briefly why the Talmud is important to Jews. (2 marks) It is important to highlight that this question requires the candidate to explain why Talmud is IMPORTANT to the Jews and not just explain what it is. The question could be rephrased to ask: Why is the study of . . . Read more

Halakha is old fashioned and no longer relevant for the 21st Century

19 Apr, 2013 6 marks, A02, Beliefs and Sources, Halakha 0 Comments 7

“Halakha is old fashioned and no longer relevant for the 21st Century” Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer showing that you have thought about more than one point of view. Refer to Jewish teachings in your answer. (6 marks) The question of whether something is relevant in the . . . Read more