The genre of comedy has been largely overlooked within Talmudic literature until recent years, constituting a void in scholarship that one scholar refers to as a “deplorable hole in Jewish studies. In this class, we will fill that void, approaching various texts from the Babylonian Talmud through the lens of comic theory.  Together we will "listen for laughter," and, by sensing their humor, gain insight into the mindset of the Talmudic sages. 

In person participation in the Levin Social Hall. Class will be recorded and available later for those not in attendance. Lunch and Learn. Bring your own lunch.

Register below for this class series. Each session of this class builds on the others so it is preferred that you attend the entire series. Please use the notes section of the registration if you have questions, or know that you will miss one or more sessions.