Q&A: The Method of the Geonim and Rabbenu Tam Regarding Sunset
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The Method of the Geonim and Rabbenu Tam Regarding Sunset
Question
Hello and blessings.
As is well known, there is a dispute between the Geonim and Rabbenu Tam regarding sunset. People say that simply by looking with your eyes it is obvious that the Geonim are right, and also that according to science there is no such thing as two sunsets, etc. However, I was told that there are books that try to reconcile his view with science, and so on. Does the Rabbi know anything about this or has he written anything on the subject? I would be very glad.
Answer
No. But you can surely find material online.
By the way, not long ago there was a question like this here, and sources came up there.