Expressions (A–Z)
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A Gentile Engaged in Torah Like a High Priest
The value of Torah study is so great that it can elevate a person to an exceedin...
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A knife is only sharpened by the blade of another knife
A knife can be sharpened only by another knife. Figuratively: Study in partnersh...
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Age of Counsel
Age fifty. An age in which there is already the ability to give advice that stem...
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An old man who forgot his Talmud, an old man who forgot his Talmud
A wise man whose knowledge was forgotten due to his old age or due to damage to...
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B
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Beit Rabban
See: “Tinokot shel Beit Rabban”.
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C
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Chambers of Torah
See: "Experienced in the chambers of Torah."
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College / House of Learning / Yeshivah
A building primarily used for Torah study. Figuratively: a worldview, an intelle...
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D
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Derosh ve'kabel sachar
Learn in order to receive reward for your efforts (to expound meaning as well as...
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E
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Enlightening Letters / Wisdom Letters
Figuratively: studying and engaging with books can educate and enrich a person w...
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Even the everyday talk of scholars needs study
Even ordinary conversation between scholars requires 'study' and deep contemplat...
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