Ethical Knockouts

The Talmudic Perspective on Inflicting Injury for Sport: Boxing, Football, and Combat Sports

The ethical implications of combat sports, focusing on the Talmudic view regarding inflicting personal injury for the sake of sport. As boxing, football, and MMA continue to rise in popularity, understanding their ethical dimensions in the context of Jewish law is more relevant than ever. This discussion will shed light on the Talmud’s teachings and how they relate to modern-day combat sports.

With:

Rabbi Mordechai Becher
A distinguished Lecturer of Jewish History and Philosophy at the James Striar School of Yeshiva University, Rabbi Becher is a highly respected scholar with expertise in the intersection of Jewish law and modern ethical issues. His engaging lectures draw on deep Talmudic sources and offer valuable insights into how ancient wisdom applies to contemporary questions of morality and conduct.

Tim Witherspoon
Two-time World Heavyweight Boxing Champion and sparring partner to the legendary Muhammad Ali.

Moderated by Simon Rosen, Esq., Entertainment Attorney

CLE CREDIT: 1.0 Ethics