Welcome to this online catalogue of David Solomon’s lectures on Jewish History, Kabbalah, the Hebrew Bible, Jewish Philosophy and Thought many of which are episodes from his podcast, Collected Talks of David Solomon.
Not all the videos on this site are visual, but we have posted the audio recordings of David's talks for those who enjoy listening as well as watching on KZread.
David Solomon is an internationally acclaimed, globally-roaming scholar, teacher, writer and translator. He teaches Jewish History, Tanach, Jewish Philosophy, Hebrew, and Kabbalah. David holds degrees in Anthropology, English Literature, and Translation Studies. Currently living in Melbourne, Australia, David is scholar-in-residence at Caulfield Shule in Melbourne, Australia.
To find out more about David and his teaching please visit davidsolomon.online
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Part 3: The Geonic Period (500 - 1000 CE) Summary The Geonic Period, spanning from approximately 500 to 1000 CE, is characterized by the leadership of the Geonim, the heads of the great academies of Babylon (modern-day Iraq). This era saw the flourishing of Jewish scholarship, the consolidation of the Talmud, and the dissemination of Jewish knowledge throughout the Diaspora. The Geonim played a crucial role in interpreting Jewish law and responding to the needs of Jewish communities far and wide through responsa (she'elot u-teshuvot). Detailed Timeline - **589 CE**: **Formation of the Gaonate** - The position of Gaon, the head of the Babylonian yeshivas (academies) of Sura and Pumbedita, is firmly established. These academies become the central authorities for Jewish learning and law. - Key Figures: **Mar Zutra II** (early Gaon of Sura), **Mar Rav Huna** (early Gaon of Pumbedita) - **650 CE**: **Consolidation of the Babylonian Talmud** - The text of the Babylonian Talmud is further refined and solidified, becoming the central text of Jewish law and practice. - Key Figure: **Rav Yose** - **750 CE**: **Anan ben David and the Karaite Movement** - Anan ben David founds the Karaite movement, which rejects Rabbinic (Talmudic) authority and adheres strictly to the written Torah. This causes a significant schism within the Jewish community. - Key Figure: **Anan ben David** - **800-1000 CE**: **The Height of the Geonic Influence** - The Geonim, such as Saadia Gaon, Sherira Gaon, and Hai Gaon, greatly influence Jewish thought and practice. They write commentaries, legal codes, and responsa that address various issues faced by Jewish communities. - Key Figures: **Saadia Gaon**, **Sherira Gaon**, **Hai Gaon** - **882 CE**: **Saadia Gaon's Leadership** - Saadia Gaon becomes the Gaon of Sura and significantly contributes to Jewish philosophy, grammar, and exegesis. He is renowned for his works such as "Emunot ve-Deot" (The Book of Beliefs and Opinions). - Key Figure: **Saadia Gaon** - **922 CE**: **Completion of the Epistle of Sherira Gaon** - Sherira Gaon writes a detailed letter chronicling the history of the Talmudic and Geonic periods, providing invaluable historical insights. - Key Figure: **Sherira Gaon** - **940-1038 CE**: **Hai Gaon's Tenure** - Hai Gaon, the last of the prominent Geonim, leads the academy of Pumbedita and continues the tradition of responsa literature, addressing Jewish legal and theological questions. - Key Figure: **Hai Gaon** Key Developments - **Geonic Leadership and Responsa** - The Geonim served as the supreme religious authorities, issuing responsa (answers) to questions on Jewish law and practice from communities throughout the Diaspora. This helped unify Jewish practice and interpretation of the Talmud. - Responsa literature became a vital means of communication and legal decision-making, influencing Jewish communities far beyond Babylon. - **Expansion of Jewish Learning** - The academies of Sura and Pumbedita were centers of Jewish learning, attracting students from across the Jewish world. The Geonim ensured the transmission of the Talmud and other Jewish texts. - Commentaries and interpretations by the Geonim enriched Jewish scholarship and laid the groundwork for later medieval Jewish thought. - **Challenges and Adaptations** - Jewish communities faced various challenges, including political instability, economic pressures, and occasional persecution. The Geonim provided guidance to help Jews adapt to these changing circumstances while maintaining their religious identity. - The rise of the Karaite movement presented an ideological challenge, as it rejected Rabbinic authority. The Geonim, particularly Saadia Gaon, vigorously defended Rabbinic Judaism through writings and debates. - **Influence on Later Jewish Thought** - The works of the Geonim had a profound impact on subsequent Jewish scholarship, influencing later medieval Jewish philosophers, legal codifiers, and commentators such as Rashi and Maimonides. - The period laid the foundations for the development of Jewish communities in Europe and North Africa, which would become significant centers of Jewish life in the medieval and early modern periods. The Geonic Period was a time of intellectual flourishing and consolidation for the Jewish people, ensuring the preservation and dissemination of Jewish law, tradition, and learning throughout the Diaspora.
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Part 2: The Talmudic Period (70 CE - 500 CE) Summary The Talmudic Period, also known as the Rabbinic Period, spans from the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE to around 500 CE. This era is marked by the development and compilation of the Talmud, which became the central text of Rabbinic Judaism. The Jewish community experienced significant changes, including dispersion, adaptation to life in the Diaspora, and the evolution of Jewish religious, legal, and cultural life. Detailed Timeline 70 CE: Destruction of the Second Temple The Romans destroy the Second Temple in Jerusalem, leading to a major shift in Jewish religious practice from Temple-based rituals to Rabbinic teachings and synagogue worship. Key Figure: Titus 90 CE: Council of Yavne (Jamnia) Rabbinic leaders, including Rabbi Yohanan ben Zakkai, gather to re-establish Jewish religious authority and create a new center of learning in Yavne. Key Figure: Rabbi Yohanan ben Zakkai 132-135 CE: Bar Kokhba Revolt Led by Simon Bar Kokhba, this revolt against Roman rule ultimately fails, resulting in severe repercussions for the Jewish community, including the banning of Jews from Jerusalem. Key Figures: Simon Bar Kokhba, Rabbi Akiva 200 CE: Compilation of the Mishnah Rabbi Judah the Prince (Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi) compiles the Mishnah, a codification of oral laws and traditions. Key Figure: Rabbi Judah the Prince 220-500 CE: Development of the Talmud The Gemara, a commentary on the Mishnah, is developed in two major centers: Palestine (Jerusalem Talmud) and Babylon (Babylonian Talmud). The Babylonian Talmud becomes the more authoritative and widely studied version. Key Figures: Rav, Shmuel, Rav Ashi, Ravina 350 CE: Completion of the Jerusalem Talmud The Jerusalem Talmud, or Talmud Yerushalmi, is completed in the Land of Israel. 500 CE: Completion of the Babylonian Talmud The Babylonian Talmud, or Talmud Bavli, is completed. It solidifies the foundations of Rabbinic Judaism and becomes a central text for Jewish study and law. Key Developments Transformation of Jewish Worship and Practice The shift from Temple worship to Rabbinic Judaism emphasized prayer, study of Torah, and adherence to Halakha (Jewish law). Synagogues became the primary centers of Jewish religious life and community. Establishment of Rabbinic Authority The role of rabbis as religious leaders and legal authorities grew, replacing the priestly class that had dominated during the Temple period. The development of the Oral Law (Mishnah and Gemara) provided a comprehensive guide for Jewish life and practice. Diaspora Communities Jewish communities spread throughout the Roman Empire and beyond, adapting to various cultures while maintaining their religious and cultural identity. Significant Jewish centers developed in Babylon, Alexandria, and other parts of the Mediterranean. Persecutions and Challenges Jews faced various periods of persecution and hardship, including restrictions on religious practices and forced conversions. Despite these challenges, Jewish scholarship and community life continued to thrive. Influential Rabbinic Figures Rabbi Akiva: A leading scholar and martyr, influential in the development of the Mishnah. Rav and Shmuel: Early Amoraic sages in Babylon, foundational figures in the development of the Talmud. Rav Ashi and Ravina: Key figures in the final redaction of the Babylonian Talmud. This period solidified the framework of Rabbinic Judaism, which continues to influence Jewish life and thought to this day. The Talmud remains a central text, studied and revered for its depth and complexity in Jewish law, ethics, and tradition.
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The below excerpt is taken from a report of a convocation held by the Rose Cross Order in 1916, entitled "Fundamental Laws", and which is available on the internet archive: "America is the dream of the ages, foretold by all great prophets, sages, poets and philosophers as the Shiloh of rest to war worn nations, the Manasseh of Israel who should prepare the way for Ephraim, the Perfect One, the Golden Age."
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I think you should have said that Salahudin was Kurdish because that might’ve contributed to his tolerance for the Jewish people. Again it was a great lecture thank you. 🌺
Great lecture, just a little suggestion if I may, when you quote from the Torah in Hebrew please give the translation to English, you have actually done that towards the end but not at the beginning. I watch all your lectures and activities with a lot of interest and passion, thank you. 🌺
Very intelligent presentation of the history of that period. Thank you. 🌺
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My name is Yoav and i Love Your content! Could you reccomend me any KOSHER and accepted traranslation to english of Emunot v'Deot?
It is so sad Jesus is denied. Daniel 9 proves Jesus was the Messiah.
Thank you so much for the series. I was looking for a source of jewish history and thinking latly. I am amazed by the jewish resilience and I would like to explore it roots. You gave me few hints to expolore more.
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Thank you ! I have been learning from several Orthodox Rabbis on KZread and they often refer to these Great Rabbis of History and Your Lectures and Timelines have helped me tremendously ! Also appreciate your Style and Humor ! Mrs Solomon has and amazing voice ! Baruch HASHEM !
Thank you so much Mr Solomon ! I feel privileged to learn from your lectures ! Baruch HASHEM this vital information is so easily available and so useful to help understand aspects of the current situation…
The first ten minutes of the video just wasted talk. Please just delve into the lesson.
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It's Girona - like chirona with a chet. 🙂Hope you are doing well! Amazing as always, and I miss watching your talks. Best from Portugal!
Religions since the Africa Adam were just cults that were only good for genocides and Holocausts like we saw from terrorists from the Red Indians Holocaust to the British/Zionism Holocaust of the land of Jesus including the many British, French and German's African to the Australian Aborigines and New Zealand Maures Holocausts, the Nuclear Japanese and Vietnam, to the Rohinga, Ighoour to the Gaza And PALESTINE burnings since 1914 - 2024 and future nuclear Iran burning as it was in Algeria and Congo and South America!! Isn't this True??
Well done. Enjoyed the entire 6 part lecture series.
A bit late but can David give an opinion on the influence of the rabbinic judaism and the underlying tension and hostility between the Jewish communities and their Christian "host" communities? Could the carryover of the animosity between the Pharisaic order and Jesus the Messiah have laid the foundation of this millenia old Jewish-Christian tension?
I’m so happy I stumbled on this while searching for Jewish history.
Hi Marjorie, it’s been a while since I’ve seen anything published on this channel. I hope it’s because of David’s work on the translation and not because anything bad happened to him. Thank you very much for all the work you’ve been doing in organising his materials so systematically, and for making them accessible to all of us. I truly believe he is a genius and in my view no other scholar has explained Jewish history in such a comprehensive and enjoyable manner,accessible even to simple people like myself. I’ve been returning to his lectures year after year for over a decade and I’m really grateful for everything.❤
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Hi David. What is your opinion on some people saying that the first temple was destroyed in 607BCE? I am really enjoying your insight and knowledge. Thank you very much!
Pride, arrogance, and outrageous hubris or as you say much hoopspa is found in Israel. You can not redeem yourself. Redemption comes not of yourself but one who can afford to pay the price for the redemption. This is why YAHWEH sent His Only Begotten Son to pay the redemptive price for our own enslavement of ourselves. We are flawed by our own self imposed corruption. The new Temple is the Temple of our body. Only YAHWEH can change corruption with His INCORRUPTION!
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That is exactly what the Vedas say, the oldest scripture in the world. All transformation takes place inside, within each individual as they work to evolve their awareness. The work involves purifying oneself from ignorance. This is the practice of meditation and self development.
Why Jews of His day did not believe Jesus ❓He said that He is the Messiah. By not believing Him the Jews are saying that He is a liar ‼️Can a man did what He did and said what He said be a liar ❓What is the Jewish interpretation of Isaiah 53❓
Hope you make time for this excellent account of Some of the outstanding Features of these centuries by Solomon.
As someone who is not Hebrew and has evolved through different Religious beliefs and disciplines ,but has finally found my Port of Anchorage in the Noahide way of life, I am very impressed and heartened with this Program and the lectures / teaching of this so very knowledgeable and Eloquent Teacher / Rabbi. I do not think I will ever be tired or disappointed absorbing his lectures. G-D BLESS his efforts.
The True Messiah is the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ who was born 2024 years ago in Bethlehem! The so-called messiah that the Zionists are now paving the way to receive will be the ANTICHRIST !!!