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Amora - Definition and Overview

Amora, plural Amoraim, (from the Hebrew root amar "to say" or "tell over"), were renowned Jewish scholars who "said" or "told over" the teachings of the Oral law, from about 200 to 500 CE in Babylonia and Palestine. Their legal discussions and debates were eventually codified in the Gemara.

The first and foremost Babylonian Amora was Abba Arika, respectfully referred to as Rav. His contemporary and frequent debate partner was Samuel of Nehardea. The foremost Amoraim in Palestine were Jonathan bar Nappaha and Simeon ben Lakish. Codification of the Gemara began at the end of the fourth century by Ashi and is generally thought to have been completed by 500 CE.

Other Amoraim include:

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Example Usage of Amora

rafaelsci: comendo sorvete de chantily com Amora *-*
sanditta: @pupita89 Descansa Amora , te amoo mil , gracias de nuevo por todo y si , firme me mantendré :) ! ♥
karolineamora: Bem, vou dormir...pois o amanhã PROMETE, não é Amora? Boa noite a todos, cherim =)
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