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Shamai Leibowitz serves as an adjunct professor of Hebrew at a language institution catering to government agencies, military personnel, and private sector clients. He holds an LL.B. from Bar Ilan University and an LL.M. from American University Washington College of Law, blending legal expertise with religious scholarship.
His academic focus includes:
- Hebrew language instruction methodologies
- Torah portion analysis and interpretation
- Development of midrashic traditions
- Historical evolution of biblical commentary
Leibowitz's research examines how medieval interpretations transform into contemporary understandings of scripture, particularly regarding narrative patterns in the Torah. His work demonstrates careful textual analysis combined with historical perspective on exegetical traditions.
He advocates for introducing nuanced approaches to Torah MiSinai concepts early in education to prepare students for engagement with modern scholarly perspectives. His teaching philosophy emphasizes building foundational understanding that accommodates both traditional and academic viewpoints on biblical texts.
