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Perspectives on truthfulness in the Jewish tradition.
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Alegal and philosophical view of the concept of truth in Jewish Tradition reveals the social and the ethical purpose of upholding truth. Truth can be understood from contextual, motivational and situational perspectives. The manner of its communication and its impact influence the comprehension of the concept of truth. An analysis of Talmudic and Biblical writings reveals the complex nature of truth in the Jewish context.
Introduction
The value of truth permeates the ...
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