Jewish Law and International Law

"This book explores the complex relationship between Jewish law (halakhah) and international law, emphasizing the shared characteristics and potential synergies between these two legal systems. Both systems transcend national boundaries and operate beyond territorial constraints, offering frameworks for justice in a globalized world. The authors delve into how Jewish law incorporates local and international legal principles in areas like war, humanitarian law, copyright law, and governance. The manuscript is divided into eight chapters, each addressing a specific aspect of Jewish and international law. It begins by introducing both legal systems and their historical contexts, then moves into case studies where Jewish law has either incorporated or resisted international legal norms. The authors analyze key areas such as the ethical considerations in wartime conduct, the role of copyright and intellectual property, and the broader historical dialogue between Jewish law and international legal standards. Furthermore, the book examines the role of Jewish legal thought in navigating antisemitic legal systems and envisions how future developments in both Jewish and international law could promote justice on a global scale. A major theme of the work is the nonterritorial nature of both legal systems and their reliance on judges and interpretive frameworks. Through this comparative study, the authors encourage scholars from both disciplines to engage in a deeper dialogue, proposing that both legal systems can learn from each other and contribute to a more just global order"--