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The Talmud contains all the details which aren't in the Tanakh (Hebrew Bible). For example, which forms of work are forbidden on the Sabbath? How does a Jew "afflict" himself on Yom Kippur? Etc, etc.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 6y agoThey are two completely different things, though there is a good amount of overlap as the Talmud expounds upon the Hebrew Bible. The Tanakh (Hebrew Bible) tells the history of the ancient Israelites, as well as giving us directly and at length, the teachings of such prophets as Moses, Isaiah and Jeremiah, the stories of kings like David and Saul, and the ethics and beliefs of the Jewish religion.
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Link: What is the history of the Hebrew Bible?
The Talmud, which is the Oral Law that was handed down together with the laws of Moses, expands upon the commands of Judaism and legislates their specifics. Otherwise, the verses of the Torah often lack enough detail to be fulfilled as is.For instance, the law of honest weights and measures (Leviticus 19:36) does not state if any deviation is permitted. How often do the scales need calibration? What is the penalty for overcharging? Etc.
The laws (Deuteronomy ch.17) concerning the judges (Torah-sages; Sanhedrin) do not say what exactly constitutes bribery (Deuteronomy 16:19). Is it bribery if I compliment a judge before the court case but do not give a gift? And myriad other questions: How many judges are a quorum for Torah-courts? Is there a time limit for court cases? Etc.
The laws concerning restitution for damages (Exodus ch.22) do not tell us if payment needs to be made for emotional stress.
The key Hebrew word in Exodus 22:4 can mean either fire or cattle. Which is it? Or is it both?
In Exodus 22:5, is there a difference in restitution between deliberate and accidental spreading of fire?
So the answer to your question is that the Hebrew scripture summarizes our laws and beliefs, while it is the function of the Talmud to expand upon the details, and to give us the precedents and Torah-tools for determining new cases in the future.
Link: What is the problem with interpreting the Hebrew Bible literally
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∙ 12y agoThe Tanach (Hebrew Bible) is not in the Talmud. The Talmud contains commentary on the Tanach.
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∙ 6y agoProphecy, predictions, religious poetry, genealogies, origins, briefly listed commands, and lengthy history narratives.
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What is contained in the Hebrew Bible that is not the Talmud?
The Tanach (Hebrew Bible) is not in the Talmud. The Talmud contains commentary on the Tanach.
Psalm 137-9 in the talmud?
The Psalms are in the Tanakh (Hebrew Bible), not in the Talmud.
How are the Talmud and the Hebrew bible the same?
They are not. The Talmud is commentary on the Hebrew Bible. See also:http://judaism.answers.com/jewish-literature/the-writings-of-judaism-torah-talmud-and-more
Jewish written records and beliefs are contained in the?
The Torah, the rest of the Hebrew Bible, and the Talmud (Oral Law). See also the Related Links.Link: More about the TorahLink: The Hebrew BibleLink: More about the Talmud
What is next in importance to the Hebrew Bible for Jews?
For Jews, the next in importance is the Talmud.
FWhere are the historical stories and laws of judaism recorded?
The Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) and the Talmud.
What might be the reason that fewer Americans know about the importance of the Talmud in Judaism than know about the importance of the Hebrew bible?
It probably comes from the fact that the Hebrew Bible is very accessible to most Christians and is used often to set the scene for Jesus' life. The Talmud came later and while it is important, its importance comes from the fact that it interprets the Hebrew Bible, not on its "own merit". The Hebrew Bible is the Holy Book, not the Talmud. It is similar to how the Nicene Creed is central in Christianity, but few Americans are aware of the Nicene Creed, even though they are aware of the Christian Bible.
What is the collection of writings for Judaism?
The Tanakh (Hebrew Bible) and the Talmud would both be correct answers.
Where can teachings of judaism be found?
The teachings of Judaism can be found in the The Hebrew Bible, the Mishna, The Talmud, and many other texts.
What are written records?
They are records of occurences among the Hebrews. They are included in the Hebrew Bible, the Talmud and midrashim, and other ancient works.
To whom does the Talmud ascribe authorship of the books of Kings in the Bible?
The Book of Kings was written by Jeremiah, who also wrote Lamentations as well as the Book of Jeremiah (Talmud, Bava Bathra 14b). See also the links.Link: History of the Hebrew BibleLink: Reliability of the Hebrew Bible
Is the name Lilith in the Hebrew Bible?
The word לילת occurs in the Hebrew Bible as a noun meaning "night spirit" but it does not occur as a Name. The character of Lilith (Adam's first wife) is only mentioned in the Talmud.
