Dropsie College Theses
Date of Award
Spring 3-11-1964
Degree Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
First Advisor
Solomon Zeitlin
Abstract
A principle of Jewish law set forth in the Talmud is "the law of the kingdom is the law". The Talmud attributes this principle to the Amora, Samuel, and it is quoted in his name a number of times.1
Recommended Citation
Landman, Leo, "Dina D'Malkhuta Dina (The Law of the Kingdom is the Law)" (1964). Dropsie College Theses. 96.
https://repository.upenn.edu/dropsietheses/96
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Comments
Library at the Katz Center - Archives Room Manuscript. BM520.5 .L36 1963.