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THE
MITZVOT: The Commandments and Their Rationale
Author:
Abraham Chill
Recognized as a classic in the field, this book is a
pioneering study dealing with the traditional
rationale behind the 613 Commandments (Mitzvot)
in the Torah (The Five Books of Moses). The author
draws on the considerable literature to present the
interpretation of the great rabbinical thinkers on
each Commandment throughout the ages. Excerpts from
the key commentaries are given in English
translation. The book provides easy reference for
the student interested in the systematic study of
the Mitzvot and for anyone interested in
additional information on a particular commandment.
Born in New York City, Rabbi Abraham Chill
attended Yeshiva University and the City College of
New York. He received his rabbinic ordination from
Chief Rabbi Kook in Jerusalem and subsequently the
degree of LL.B. in the United States. In 1943, after
holding pulpits in Newburgh, NY, and Nashville, TN,
he became Rabbi for Congregation Sons of Abraham in
Providence, RI, a position he held until his
retirement in 1969.
Also See:
613 Mitzvot |
