Gemara

/ɡəˈmɑrə/ noun

Definition

The second major division of the Talmud, containing rabbinical discussions and interpretations of Jewish law and the Mishnah.

Etymology

From Aramaic 'gemara' meaning 'completion' or 'perfection'. It complements the Mishnah (the written law) with centuries of rabbinical commentary and debate.

Kelly Says

The Gemara is basically the world's oldest group chat about the law—thousands of rabbis over centuries arguing, questioning, and interpreting Torah! Reading it feels like overhearing brilliant people debate everything.

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