EPISODE · Jul 3, 2025 · 13 MIN
Avodah Zarah 16: A Lion Is Not a Work-Horse
from Talking Talmud · host Yardaena Osband & Anne Gordon
Selling horses to idolaters: Because the horse can be used for labor that isn't subject to violation of Jewish law. Also, a new mishnah prohibiting the sale of wild animals that might cause public injury -- with exceptions when the animal wasn't a risk, for whatever reason. Plus, a prohibition against building structures that would house idolatry, though other building may be acceptable.
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Selling horses to idolaters: Because the horse can be used for labor that isn't subject to violation of Jewish law. Also, a new mishnah prohibiting the sale of wild animals that might cause public injury -- with exceptions when the animal wasn't a risk, for whatever reason. Plus, a prohibition against building structures that would house idolatry, though other building may be acceptable.
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Avodah Zarah 16: A Lion Is Not a Work-Horse
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