Searching for Meaning in Midrash
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| Publisher | : Jewish Publication Society |
| Total Pages | : 260 |
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| ISBN-10 | : 0827610211 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780827610217 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (217 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Searching for Meaning in Midrash by :
Download or read book Searching for Meaning in Midrash written by and published by Jewish Publication Society. This book was released on with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Searching for Meaning in Midrash explores the fascinating body of Jewish literature called Midrash--creative interpretations of the Bible that are designed to reveal hidden or deeper meaning in Scripture. Each of the over 50 midrashim sit next to its corresponding biblical text so that readers can compare them, along with commentary on the times and insights of the Rabbis who wrote each midrash. Readers are given guidance for answering "What does this text mean to me?"
