About this episode

This episode discusses the halakhic principle of leniency in mourning as analyzed through Talmudic case studies.

Din & Daf: Conceptual Analysis of Halakha Through Case Study with Dr. Elana Stein Hain The Gemara on Chullin 50a raises the rule of thumb that the halacha follows the more lenient view in cases of mourning. What is the logic behind this halakhic orientation? Is it always followed Chullin 50 Dr. Elana Stein Hain – dinanddaf@hadran.org.ilFor more Din and Daf: https://hadran.org.il/channel/din-daf/

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Elana Stein Hain

Topics covered

• halakha
• mourning
• leniency
• case study
• Talmud

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Gemara, Chullin

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