Abstract
The third chapter of Sukkah in the Talmud is dedicated to the “Four Species,” amongst which is the etrog citron. The traditional identification of the etrog (pl. etrogim) as the “fruit of the goodly tree” (Lev. 23:40) is further supported by clues from the biblical text. In order to be qualified for its ritual use, the etrog must have a typical, elongated shape, with a peduncle, and preferably a “pitam.” A whole fruit, intact, mature, green-yellow in color, without any blemishes is required. The detailed Talmudic discussion is reviewed and illustrated from an agricultural botanist’s viewpoint.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The Citron Compendium |
Subtitle of host publication | The Citron (Etrog) Citrus medica L.: Science and Tradition |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 387-403 |
Number of pages | 17 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783031257759 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783031257742 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 2023 |
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