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Sefer Ma'aseh Yehudis

by Rabbi Moshe Chaim Leiter
Reviewed by Yated Ne'eman Staff

Rabbi Moshe Chaim Leiter, already known for his original works on the five Megillos, has once again benefited the Torah community with the publication of his new sefer, Ma'aseh Yehudis. This slim volume contains a thorough treatment of the well-known story of Yehudis, the valorous woman who cleverly succeeded in beheading the Greek governor of Jerusalem in the times of the Hellenists.

Rabbi Leiter has taken pains to record every source that mentions Ma'aseh Yehudis. Each source from Chazal, the Geonim, and Rishonim, is quoted in its entirety, making the book a primary resource on the subject. He also shares with his readers the fruits of his research and discusses such matters as the historical placement of the event, significant deviations between versions of the event, and the halachos that find their origins in Ma'aseh Yehudis.

Ma'aseh Yehudis is a wonderful companion to his earlier work on Chanukah, the highly acclaimed Mamleches Kohanim on Megillas Antiochus.

Printed along with this sefer is a commentary to the prayer Al HaNissim based on Chazal and Rishonim, compiled and fully annotated by Rabbi M. G.

Undoubtedly, this sefer will enhance the spirit and appreciation of Chanukah for anyone who reads it.

 

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