Amud Yomi

Amud Yomi (Hebrew: עַמּוּד יוֹמִי, meaning "daily page") is a daily learning cycle of the Babylonian Talmud. It involves studying one side (or leaf) of a page of the Talmud each day. Completing the entire Babylonian Talmud in this manner takes approximately seven and a half years.

The concept of Amud Yomi was introduced by Rabbi Meir Shapiro of Lublin, Poland, in 1923, at the First World Congress of Agudath Israel in Vienna. Rabbi Shapiro's vision was to unify Jewish communities worldwide through a shared program of daily Talmud study, fostering a sense of connection and continuity.

The Amud Yomi cycle begins immediately after the conclusion of the previous one. The current cycle follows the order of tractates in the Babylonian Talmud, beginning with Tractate Berakhot. Many resources, including translations, commentaries, and online platforms, are available to assist individuals in participating in the Amud Yomi program. The widespread adoption of Amud Yomi has significantly contributed to the increased accessibility and study of the Talmud within the Jewish community.

Learning Amud Yomi is considered a significant accomplishment and is often celebrated upon the completion of a tractate or the entire Talmud. Siyums (completion ceremonies) are frequently held to mark these milestones, bringing together individuals and communities to celebrate their shared commitment to Torah study.