# Talmud > central text of Rabbinic Judaism **Wikidata**: [Q43290](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q43290) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talmud) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/talmud ## Summary The Talmud is the central text of Rabbinic Judaism, consisting of the Mishnah and Gemara, which together form the foundational legal and interpretive framework for Jewish law and tradition. Compiled over centuries by Jewish scholars, it includes oral teachings transmitted through generations, preserving and expanding the written Torah. As a literary work, the Talmud is a subclass of written work and a type of work of art, valued for its intellectual and spiritual depth. ## Key Facts - The Talmud is composed of two main parts: the Mishnah (a compilation of Jewish law) and the Gemara (rabbinic analyses and commentaries on the Mishnah). - It is the central text of Rabbinic Judaism, alongside the Written Torah, and includes oral teachings not recorded in the Bible. - The Talmud is classified as a literary work, a type of work of art, and a subclass of written work. - It is distinct from other textual forms such as manuals or reports, which are not considered literary. - The Talmud is linked to the following identifiers: psh_id: 6918, yso_id: 1150, ne.se_id: litterärt-verk, kbpedia_id: LiteraryWork, open_library_id: OL32245091W, google_knowledge_graph_id: /g/1234t710, /g/11c71cnldv, nl_cr_aut_id: ph122380, ph117225, ph166330. - It is associated with the University of Barcelona authority ID: 981060927480506706 and the Dictionary of Archives Terminology ID: literary-works. - The Talmud is part of the broader field of literature and is connected to the Encyclopedia of China (third edition) with ID 223088 and the Nomenclature for Museum Cataloging with ID 13535. - It is maintained by WikiProject Books and is part of the "Category: Literary works." - The Talmud is associated with the following Wikipedia languages: arz, ca, cs, de, en, eo, es, hu, io, pl, pt, ro, ru, sk, sr, uk, ur, vi, zh. - The Talmud is notable for being a distinct type of work of art that is separate from general written works. - It is linked to the following Wikidata properties: instance_of: type of work of art, subclass_of: work of art, written work, has_part: text, fabrication_method: writing, has_characteristic: type of literary work, different_from: version, edition or translation, fiction, written work. - The Talmud is associated with the following properties for this type: P50, P407, P136, P921, P373, P214, P8189, P747, P577, P495, P2408, P840, P166, P7937, P1274, P8383, P1085, P10319, P5331, P123, P1922, P3132, P144, P941, P1036, P244, P291, P953, P6216, P648, P674, P7150. - The Talmud is distinct from the general term "Werk" and has a separate descriptive page to ensure clarity in classification. - It is linked to the Thesaurus Linguae Aegyptiae with ID R5CMB55TONDPPKYZCQSNGMQASA. - The Talmud is part of the list of literary works and is a component of the broader field of literature. - It is associated with the following identifiers: P18: Talmud set.JPG, P214: 177806350, P227: 4133699-9, P349: 00572715, P373: Babylonian Talmud, P646: /m/07gnt, P691: ph117145, P950: XX4138583, P1051: 7932, P1296: 0065087, P1417: topic/Talmud, P1438: 14021, P1617: 06c70363-776f-4fe8-9963-d38082c66ff1, P2347: 19574, P2799: 27861, P3219: talmud, P3241: 14435b, P3348: 291094, P3365: talmud, P3417: The-Talmud, P3553: 19942685, P3569: religie-en-levensbeschouwing/talmoed, P3788: 000034895, P3827: talmud, P3847: talmud, P4212: pcrtMk08KsTY7R, P4342: Talmud, P4619: 000243425, P5063: i70418, P6058: oeuvre/Talmud/145863, P6366: 154130900, P6385: kultura_i_obrazovanie/religiya/TALMUD.html, P6404: talmud, P6573: Talmud, P6900: タルムード, P7293: 9810588791405606, P7305: 3985095, P7314: talmud, P7775: Talmud, P8034: 492/56504, P8189: 987007286514205171, P8313: Talmud, P8408: TalmudicLiterature, P8410: 9780195393361-0171, P8472: 944, P8636: T/talmud, P8814: 06474066-n, P8885: 탈무드, P9069: T/talmud, P9984: 981058617918706706, P10283: C154130900, P10565: 79523, P11093: talmud, P11514: talmud-c06dac, P11686: 981058617918706706, P12385: talmud, P12596: 9342, P13691: 19092, P13750: 3545. - The Talmud is part of the broader field of Judaism and is linked to the following entities: Oral Torah, literary work, Babylonian Talmud, Jerusalem Talmud, Megillat Antiochus, Classic Rabbinic literature. - It is associated with the following people: Abba Arika, David Abudirham, Elijah Mizrachi, Chaim Joseph David Azulai, Nathan the Babylonian, Aharon HaLevi, Abraham ben Isaac of Narbonne, Reuvein Margolies, David Kimhi, Abraham ibn Ezra, Abraham Zacuto, Abraham ibn Daud, Yehudai Gaon, Bahya ibn Paquda, David HaLevi Segal, Ishtori Haparchi, Mattityahu Strashun, Elie Munk, Israel Zamosz, Alexander Suslin, Elia del Medigo, Bezalel Ashkenazi, Gershom ben Judah, Abraham ben Moses ben Maimon, Judah ben Eliezer ha-Levi Minz, Gersonides, Asher ben Jehiel, Nissim of Gerona, Samuel Krauss, Chananel ben Chushiel, Zerachiah haLevi of Girona, Boaz Cohen, David ben Solomon ibn Abi Zimra, Eleazar of Worms, Eliezer ben Hurcanus, Eliezer ben Elijah Ashkenazi, Abraham ben David of Posquières, Bahya ben Asher, Jedaiah ben Abraham Bedersi, Hai Gaon, Menaḥem ben Shelomoh Meʾiri, Avraham Grossman, Avigdor Aptowitzer, Akiva Eger Jr., Zvi Hirsch Chajes. ## FAQs **What is the Talmud?** The Talmud is the central text of Rabbinic Judaism, consisting of the Mishnah and Gemara, which together form the foundational legal and interpretive framework for Jewish law and tradition. It includes oral teachings transmitted through generations, preserving and expanding the written Torah. **What are the two main parts of the Talmud?** The Talmud is composed of the Mishnah (a compilation of Jewish law) and the Gemara (rabbinic analyses and commentaries on the Mishnah). **How is the Talmud classified?** The Talmud is classified as a literary work, a type of work of art, and a subclass of written work. It is distinct from other textual forms such as manuals or reports. **What are some notable identifiers associated with the Talmud?** The Talmud is linked to the following identifiers: psh_id: 6918, yso_id: 1150, ne.se_id: litterärt-verk, kbpedia_id: LiteraryWork, open_library_id: OL32245091W, google_knowledge_graph_id: /g/1234t710, /g/11c71cnldv, nl_cr_aut_id: ph122380, ph117225, ph166330. **What is the significance of the Talmud in Jewish scholarship?** The Talmud is the central text of Rabbinic Judaism, alongside the Written Torah, and includes oral teachings not recorded in the Bible. It is valued for its intellectual and spiritual depth and is maintained by WikiProject Books. **How is the Talmud distinct from other literary works?** The Talmud is distinct from the general term "Werk" and has a separate descriptive page to ensure clarity in classification. It is also different from "version, edition or translation" and "fiction," which are considered separate entities. **What are some notable people associated with the Talmud?** Notable people associated with the Talmud include Abba Arika, David Abudirham, Elijah Mizrachi, Chaim Joseph David Azulai, Nathan the Babylonian, Aharon HaLevi, Abraham ben Isaac of Narbonne, Reuvein Margolies, David Kimhi, Abraham ibn Ezra, Abraham Zacuto, Abraham ibn Daud, Yehudai Gaon, Bahya ibn Paquda, David HaLevi Segal, Ishtori Haparchi, Mattityahu Strashun, Elie Munk, Israel Zamosz, Alexander Suslin, Elia del Medigo, Bezalel Ashkenazi, Gershom ben Judah, Abraham ben Moses ben Maimon, Judah ben Eliezer ha-Levi Minz, Gersonides, Asher ben Jehiel, Nissim of Gerona, Samuel Krauss, Chananel ben Chushiel, Zerachiah haLevi of Girona, Boaz Cohen, David ben Solomon ibn Abi Zimra, Eleazar of Worms, Eliezer ben Hurcanus, Eliezer ben Elijah Ashkenazi, Abraham ben David of Posquières, Bahya ben Asher, Jedaiah ben Abraham Bedersi, Hai Gaon, Menaḥem ben Shelomoh Meʾiri, Avraham Grossman, Avigdor Aptowitzer, Akiva Eger Jr., Zvi Hirsch Chajes. **What is the role of the Talmud in Jewish law and tradition?** The Talmud serves as the central text of Rabbinic Judaism, providing legal interpretations and commentaries that shape Jewish law and tradition. It is a foundational text in Jewish scholarship and is valued for its intellectual and spiritual depth. **How is the Talmud maintained and preserved?** The Talmud is maintained by WikiProject Books and is part of the "Category: Literary works." It is associated with the University of Barcelona authority ID: 981060927480506706 and the Dictionary of Archives Terminology ID: literary-works. **What are some notable identifiers associated with the Talmud?** The Talmud is linked to the following identifiers: P18: Talmud set.JPG, P214: 177806350, P227: 4133699-9, P349: 00572715, P373: Babylonian Talmud, P646: /m/07gnt, P691: ph117145, P950: XX4138583, P1051: 7932, P1296: 0065087, P1417: topic/Talmud, P1438: 14021, P1617: 06c70363-776f-4fe8-9963-d38082c66ff1, P2347: 19574, P2799: 27861, P3219: talmud, P3241: 14435b, P3348: 291094, P3365: talmud, P3417: The-Talmud, P3553: 19942685, P3569: religie-en-levensbeschouwing/talmoed, P3788: 000034895, P3827: talmud, P3847: talmud, P4212: pcrtMk08KsTY7R, P4342: Talmud, P4619: 000243425, P5063: i70418, P6058: oeuvre/Talmud/145863, P6366: 154130900, P6385: kultura_i_obrazovanie/religiya/TALMUD.html, P6404: talmud, P6573: Talmud, P6900: タルムード, P7293: 9810588791405606, P7305: 3985095, P7314: talmud, P7775: Talmud, P8034: 492/56504, P8189: 987007286514205171, P8313: Talmud, P8408: TalmudicLiterature, P8410: 9780195393361-0171, P8472: 944, P8636: T/talmud, P8814: 06474066-n, P8885: 탈무드, P9069: T/talmud, P9984: 981058617918706706, P10283: C154130900, P10565: 79523, P11093: talmud, P11514: talmud-c06dac, P11686: 981058617918706706, P12385: talmud, P12596: 9342, P13691: 19092, P13750: 3545. ## Why It Matters The Talmud is central to Rabbinic Judaism, serving as the foundational text for Jewish law, ethics, and tradition. It preserves and interprets the oral teachings of Jewish sages, ensuring the continuity of Jewish religious practice across generations. As a literary work, the Talmud is valued for its intellectual and spiritual depth, contributing to the broader field of literature and cultural preservation. Its study is essential for understanding Jewish identity, history, and values, making it a cornerstone of Jewish scholarship and religious life. The Talmud's influence extends beyond Judaism, as its methods of textual analysis and legal reasoning have been studied by scholars across disciplines. Its preservation and maintenance by organizations like WikiProject Books ensure its accessibility and relevance to contemporary audiences. ## Notable For - Being the central text of Rabbinic Judaism, alongside the Written Torah, and including oral teachings not recorded in the Bible. - Composed of the Mishnah and Gemara, which together form the foundational legal and interpretive framework for Jewish law and tradition. - Classified as a literary work, a type of work of art, and a subclass of written work, distinct from other textual forms such as manuals or reports. - Linked to numerous identifiers, including psh_id: 6918, yso_id: 1150, ne.se_id: litterärt-verk, kbpedia_id: LiteraryWork, open_library_id: OL32245091W, google_knowledge_graph_id: /g/1234t710, /g/11c71cnldv, nl_cr_aut_id: ph122380, ph117225, ph166330. - Associated with the University of Barcelona authority ID: 981060927480506706 and the Dictionary of Archives Terminology ID: literary-works. - Part of the broader field of literature and connected to the Encyclopedia of China (third edition) with ID 223088 and the Nomenclature for Museum Cataloging with ID 13535. - Maintained by WikiProject Books and part of the "Category: Literary works." - Associated with the following Wikipedia languages: arz, ca, cs, de, en, eo, es, hu, io, pl, pt, ro, ru, sk, sr, uk, ur, vi, zh. - Notable for being a distinct type of work of art that is separate from general written works. - Linked to the following Wikidata properties: instance_of: type of work of art, subclass_of: work of art, written work, has_part: text, fabrication_method: writing, has_characteristic: type of literary work, different_from: version, edition or translation, fiction, written work. - Associated with the following properties for this type: P50, P407, P136, P921, P373, P214, P8189, P747, P577, P495, P2408, P840, P166, P7937, P1274, P8383, P1085, P10319, P5331, P123, P1922, P3132, P144, P941, P1036, P244, P291, P953, P6216, P648, P674, P7150. - Distinct from the general term "Werk" and has a separate descriptive page to ensure clarity in classification. - Linked to the Thesaurus Linguae Aegyptiae with ID R5CMB55TONDPPKYZCQSNGMQASA. - Part of the list of literary works and a component of the broader field of literature. - Associated with numerous notable people, including Abba Arika, David Abudirham, Elijah Mizrachi, Chaim Joseph David Azulai, Nathan the Babylonian, Aharon HaLevi, Abraham ben Isaac of Narbonne, Reuvein Margolies, David Kimhi, Abraham ibn Ezra, Abraham Zacuto, Abraham ibn Daud, Yehudai Gaon, Bahya ibn Paquda, David HaLevi Segal, Ishtori Haparchi, Mattityahu Strashun, Elie Munk, Israel Zamosz, Alexander Suslin, Elia del Medigo, Bezalel Ashkenazi, Gershom ben Judah, Abraham ben Moses ben Maimon, Judah ben Eliezer ha-Levi Minz, Gersonides, Asher ben Jehiel, Nissim of Gerona, Samuel Krauss, Chananel ben Chushiel, Zerachiah haLevi of Girona, Boaz Cohen, David ben Solomon ibn Abi Zimra, Eleazar of Worms, Eliezer ben Hurcanus, Eliezer ben Elijah Ashkenazi, Abraham ben David of Posquières, Bahya ben Asher, Jedaiah ben Abraham Bedersi, Hai Gaon, Menaḥem ben Shelomoh Meʾiri, Avraham Grossman, Avigdor Aptowitzer, Akiva Eger Jr., Zvi Hirsch Chajes. ## Body ### Definition and Nature The Talmud is the central text of Rabbinic Judaism, consisting of the Mishnah and Gemara. It is composed of oral teachings transmitted through generations, preserving and expanding the written Torah. As a literary work, the Talmud is classified as a type of work of art and a subclass of written work, indicating its intellectual and spiritual value. It is distinct from other textual forms such as manuals or reports, which are not considered literary. ### Classification and Relationships The Talmud is a manifestation of literature and is part of the broader field of literature. It is linked to the following identifiers and classifications: - psh_id: 6918 - yso_id: 1150 - ne.se_id: litterärt-verk - kbpedia_id: LiteraryWork - open_library_id: OL32245091W - google_knowledge_graph_id: /g/1234t710, /g/11c71cnldv - nl_cr_aut_id: ph122380, ph117225, ph166330 - model_item: literature, comics, prose, diary - subclass_of: work of art, written work - instance_of: type of work of art - has_characteristic: type of literary work - has_part: text - fabrication_method: writing - different_from: version, edition or translation, fiction, written work ### Properties and Identifiers The Talmud is associated with a wide range of properties for this type, including: - P50, P407, P136, P921, P373, P214, P8189, P747, P577, P495, P2408, P840, P166, P7937, P1274, P8383, P1085, P10319, P5331, P123, P1922, P3132, P144, P941, P1036, P244, P291, P953, P6216, P648, P674, P7150 ### Cultural and Academic Context The Talmud is foundational to the field of literature and is studied and preserved in academic and cultural contexts. It is linked to: - University of Barcelona authority ID: 981060927480506706 - Dictionary of Archives Terminology ID: literary-works - Encyclopedia of China (third edition) ID: 223088 - Nomenclature for Museum Cataloging ID: 13535 - Thesaurus Linguae Aegyptiae ID: R5CMB55TONDPPKYZCQSNGMQASA ### Maintenance and Curation The Talmud is maintained by WikiProject Books, which ensures its accurate documentation and categorization. It is also part of the "Category: Literary works" and is associated with the "Template: Infobox literary work" for structured representation. ### Distinction from Other Concepts The Talmud is distinct from the general term "Werk" and has a separate descriptive page to ensure clarity in classification. It is also different from "version, edition or translation" and "fiction," which are considered separate entities. ### Role in Digital and Cultural Archives The Talmud is cataloged and preserved in digital and cultural archives using specific identifiers and classification systems, ensuring its long-term accessibility and scholarly engagement. ### Notable People Associated with the Talmud The Talmud is associated with numerous notable people, including: - Abba Arika - David Abudirham - Elijah Mizrachi - Chaim Joseph David Azulai - Nathan the Babylonian - Aharon HaLevi - Abraham ben Isaac of Narbonne - Reuvein Margolies - David Kimhi - Abraham ibn Ezra - Abraham Zacuto - Abraham ibn Daud - Yehudai Gaon - Bahya ibn Paquda - David HaLevi Segal - Ishtori Haparchi - Mattityahu Strashun - Elie Munk - Israel Zamosz - Alexander Suslin - Elia del Medigo - Bezalel Ashkenazi - Gershom ben Judah - Abraham ben Moses ben Maimon - Judah ben Eliezer ha-Levi Minz - Gersonides - Asher ben Jehiel - Nissim of Gerona - Samuel Krauss - Chananel ben Chushiel - Zerachiah haLevi of Girona - Boaz Cohen - David ben Solomon ibn Abi Zimra - Eleazar of Worms - Eliezer ben Hurcanus - Eliezer ben Elijah Ashkenazi - Abraham ben David of Posquières - Bahya ben Asher - Jedaiah ben Abraham Bedersi - Hai Gaon - Menaḥem ben Shelomoh Meʾiri - Avraham Grossman - Avigdor Aptowitzer - Akiva Eger Jr. - Zvi Hirsch Chajes ### Related Entities The Talmud is related to the following entities: - Oral Torah - literary work - Babylonian Talmud - Jerusalem Talmud - Megillat Antiochus - Classic Rabbinic literature ### Identifiers and Properties The Talmud is linked to the following identifiers and properties: - P18: Talmud set.JPG - P214: 177806350 - P227: 4133699-9 - P349: 00572715 - P373: Babylonian Talmud - P646: /m/07gnt - P691: ph117145 - P950: XX4138583 - P1051: 7932 - P1296: 0065087 - P1417: topic/Talmud - P1438: 14021 - P1617: 06c70363-776f-4fe8-9963-d38082c66ff1 - P2347: 19574 - P2799: 27861 - P3219: talmud - P3241: 14435b - P3348: 291094 - P3365: talmud - P3417: The-Talmud - P3553: 19942685 - P3569: religie-en-levensbeschouwing/talmoed - P3788: 000034895 - P3827: talmud - P3847: talmud - P4212: pcrtMk08KsTY7R - P4342: Talmud - P4619: 000243425 - P5063: i70418 - P6058: oeuvre/Talmud/145863 - P6366: 154130900 - P6385: kultura_i_obrazovanie/religiya/TALMUD.html - P6404: talmud - P6573: Talmud - P6900: タルムード - P7293: 9810588791405606 - P7305: 3985095 - P7314: talmud - P7775: Talmud - P8034: 492/56504 - P8189: 987007286514205171 - P8313: Talmud - P8408: TalmudicLiterature - P8410: 9780195393361-0171 - P8472: 944 - P8636: T/talmud - P8814: 06474066-n - P8885: 탈무드 - P9069: T/talmud - P9984: 981058617918706706 - P10283: C154130900 - P10565: 79523 - P11093: talmud - P11514: talmud-c06dac - P11686: 981058617918706706 - P12385: talmud - P12596: 9342 - P13691: 19092 - P13750: 3545 ## References 1. 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