Daf Biyun with Rabbi Rosner

Pilegesh

Mar 21, 2026
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Rambam on Pilagshim of Kings

  • Rambam permits kings to take pilagshim with a form of kinyan, but it's forbidden for common people.
  • By kings, pilagshim hold a quasi-marital status unique to their royal authority.
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Isser Kadeshah in Pilagshim Context

  • Rambam identifies the prohibition called 'Isser Kadeshah' forbidding relations outside kiddushin.
  • This Isser applies especially to non-kings, emphasizing the sanctity of matrimonial contexts.
INSIGHT

Raivid's Definition of Kadeshah

  • Raivid defines 'Kadeshah' as a promiscuous woman, in contrast to pilagshim who have committed relationships without full marriage.
  • This interpretation links pilagshim with non-kiddushin yet exclusive partners.
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