An introduction to the Talmud describes such topics as its contents, the relationship between science and medicine and Talmudic philosophy, the Talmudic lifestyle, and blessings found in the Talmud.

What is the Talmud? -- In the beginning -- Spreading the word -- People of the Talmud -- Of seeds and blessings -- All about appointed times -- All about the women -- The law of the land -- Holiness -- Pure or impure? -- Talmudic logic and debate -- Getting mystical -- Dreams and visions -- Meaning and metaphors -- Talmudic humor and wit -- The Talmud and science -- Medicine and healing in the Talmud -- On being holy -- Talmudic behavior and conduct -- Man and god -- The Talmud and the land -- The Talmud on death and the afterlife -- Studying the Talmud -- The Talmud's take on contemporary issues -- Living a Talmudic life.