Understanding the concept of simcha has broad ramifications throughout the length and breadth of Torah.
For example, the Torah calls for simcha (rejoicing) on the festivals (Devarim 16:14).
What, exactly, is required? Is simcha an emotional state or a feeling? If so, how is it defined?
Is simcha a mode of behavior? If so, how are we to behave?
Sources are available through the links in both WORD format and pdf. In class we will translate and explain these sources.