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This work investigates Rabbi David ibn Abi Zimra (Radbaz), a leading 16th century rabbinic authority who assumed the role of rendering just decisions, which were occasionally at the expense of conventional law. The author explores Radbaz's decision-making in terms of his insight into the broader purposes of codified law, sensitivity, and overall rationality.Morell, Samuel is the author of 'Studies in the Judicial Methodology of Rabbi David Ibn Abi Zimra', published 2004 under ISBN 9780761827078 and ISBN 0761827072.
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