The Talmud What It Is and What It Says Author:Jacob Neusner Wherever Jews have settled and whatever languages they spoke, they created a community with a single set of common values. One law, one theology defined the community throughout their many migrations. A single book explains how this came about-the Talmud. Renowned scholar Jacob Neusner introduces readers to the Talmud, defining it, explaining it... more »s historical context, and illustrating why it remains relevant today.« less