Daf Yomi: Debating the Educational Pro and Cons

While the upcoming completion of the 11^th cycle of Daf Yomi will generally generate praise and admiration for the accomplishments of thousands of Jews worldwide and their commitment to daily Talmud study, is it possible that - as an educational campaign - these efforts are misplaced? Three thoughtful educators debate the merits and pitfalls of Daf Yomi study...

10th Siyum haShas celebrated in Madison Square Garden (Sept. 1997)

Rabbi Gidon Rothstein Boycott: The Moderate Response to the Siyum haShas. Click here.

Rabbi Yoel Domb Response: In Defense of the Denigrated Daf. Click here.

Rabbi Aaron Ross Daf Yomi and the Siyum HaShas: Two Worthy Practices. Click here.

Rabbi Rothstein Replies to Critiques of his Essay. Click here (RTF download).

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