Sacred monsters. Mysterious and mythical creatures from scripture, Talmud, and Midrash

Rabbi Nathan Sifkin is widely known for its innovative works in the field of Judaism, lectures on the deep interaction of representatives of the kingdom of animals and the Torahs, as well as the study of connections between Judaism and natural sciences. Noting the fact that the most important issues in classical Jewish literature are law and theology, the author draws attention to the mysterious creatures, fabulous monsters, which are so often found in Scripture, Talmud or Midrash. Moreover, in each case, Slifkin is asked if this is a mythical description of a real animal or erroneous interpretation, and possibly a fabulous creation that never existed. Conducting its research from the point of view of theological interpretations, the author managed to remain within the framework of modern science, without focusing on the contradictions between the scientific and religious worldview