Menstruation Archives - Matters of Interest

January 6, 2015

An Introduction to Rabbi Zera’s Reporting of Jewish Women’s Enstringing Upon Themselves

Eight years ago, in my second year of rabbinical school, I got very fascinated by a particular topic and subsequently endeavored in much research. While I had hoped (and still hope) to write an article on the topic, it seems...

Talmud / Talmud Bavli

September 16, 2014

Considering the Manuscripts on Rabbi Meir’s Statement on bNiddah 31b [Talmud Tuesday]

One of the most fascinating Talmudic texts concerning menstruation is that of Rabbi Meir’s statement, recorded on bNiddah 31b. However, something I noticed (years ago, but I’m just getting around to writing about it now, although I have referenced this...