Description: ""Capital Punishment Among The Jews"" is a scholarly paper written by David De Sola Pool, which was read before the New York Board of Jewish Ministers. The book explores the concept of capital punishment in Jewish law and tradition, and how it has evolved over time. Pool delves into the various methods of execution used in ancient times, such as stoning and burning, and examines the circumstances under which such punishments were deemed appropriate. He also discusses the role of the Sanhedrin, the Jewish court system, in determining guilt and administering punishment. Additionally, Pool examines the moral and ethical implications of capital punishment, and how it relates to contemporary debates on the subject. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Jewish law and tradition, as well as the history of capital punishment.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.