Rambam In-Depth: Can You Testify Against Yourself?
Join Rabbi Heschel Greenberg and journey into the heart of Jewish financial law as we explore a fascinating paradox in the Rambam’s Laws of Claims (הלכות טוען ונטען): Why does Jewish law accept financial self-testimony while rejecting it elsewhere? Through the brilliant analyses of the Ketzot, Maharibal, and Tashbetz, we discover how the Torah’s profound distinction between bodily and monetary ownership shapes Jewish legal thinking • Watch
Join Rabbi Heschel Greenberg and journey into the heart of Jewish financial law as we explore a fascinating paradox in the Rambam’s Laws of Claims (הלכות טוען ונטען): Why does Jewish law accept financial self-testimony while rejecting it elsewhere? Through the brilliant analyses of the Ketzot, Maharibal, and Tashbetz, we discover how the Torah’s profound distinction between bodily and monetary ownership shapes Jewish legal thinking.
The Radvaz’s revolutionary insight into this distinction not only resolves our question but reveals deeper truths about property, testimony, and human autonomy in Jewish thought. Whether you’re a student of Jewish law or interested in legal philosophy, this exploration offers vital insights for understanding both ancient wisdom and modern financial disputes.
📚 In this comprehensive analysis, we’ll discover:
• The biblical source for self-testimony in financial matters
• Why confessions work differently for money versus crimes
• Three major interpretations from classical commentators
• How ownership affects legal credibility
• Practical applications for modern financial disputes
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