LEARNING COMPONENT

Please learn the following texts about Beruriah. The texts below are available in Hebrew and English using the following link: http://www.sefaria.org/sheets/24338

1. Talmud Pesachim 62b
2. Eruvin 53b
3. Avodah Zarah 18b with Rashi

WRITTEN COMPONENT

Based on the texts which you have been instructed to read please answer the following questions. Each question should be answered in approximately 200-250 words.

1. Please give a brief biography of the individual which you have chosen to study. Please indicate what they have accomplished and why their work is still relevant today.
2. Please indicate what this individual has contributed to the land of Israel. How did this individual contribute towards the Halachik establishment of a Jewish homeland. Please take the liberty to be creative but stick within the context of texts which you can find about this character.