Q&A: Retroactivity in Jewish Law
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Retroactivity in Jewish Law
Question
Hello, honorable Rabbi, I remember that the Rabbi had quite a few written and recorded lectures on the topic of retroactivity in Jewish law. Could the Rabbi point me to them? Thank you and all the best.
Answer
The fourth book in the Talmudic Logic series is devoted to this. I seem to recall that there is also a series of lectures, and you can search for it here on the site. Beyond that, look for articles and lectures on stipulations and on retroactive clarification. There is also a column on retroactivity, and you can search for that as well.