Exploring the legacy of the rationalist Rishonim (medieval Torah scholars), and various other notes, by Rabbi Dr. Natan Slifkin, director of The Biblical Museum of Natural History in Beit Shemesh. The views expressed here are those of the author, not the institution.
Monday, August 12, 2013
The Other Jewish Hawking
In the new Jewish Action magazine, I have an article about hawking in Judaism. It reveals a fascinating dimension to rabbinic leaders in the period of the Rishonim. You can read it online at this link. Enjoy!
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What would be an example of prey that hawks might catch that would be kosher such that Rabbeinu Tam would cover their talons with silver shoes?
ReplyDeletePheasants and partridges.
ReplyDeleteIs the other Hawking Jewish?
ReplyDeleteWhat are the Hebrew words for hawk and falcon, and do the sources consistently distinguish between them?
ReplyDeleteHershy, it appears not, but the "other" Hawking that is meant is mentioned in the first paragraph of the essay.
ReplyDeleteSilver has noteworthy antibiotic properties. It is used in higher-end wound care dressings and incorporated into indwelling catheters today. As such, it seems to truly address the "poison" from the talons. Cool.
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