Tales and Maxims from the Midrash (Commentaries on the Written & Oral Torah) (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring Jewish Wisdom and Folklore in the Midrash

Samuel Rapaport (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
203 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778649-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Tales and Maxims from the Midrash," Samuel Rapaport delves into the vast reservoirs of Jewish thought, mining the rich traditions of Midrashic literature. This collection harmonizes various narratives and ethical teachings that elucidate both the Written and Oral Torah, employing a lyrical yet accessible literary style that invites readers to marvel at the depth and creativity of Jewish exegesis. Through insightful commentaries, Rapaport contextualizes these age-old tales within contemporary frameworks, allowing for a nuanced understanding of their relevance in modern spiritual and ethical discussions. Samuel Rapaport, a scholar deeply engaged with Jewish texts, draws from both his academic background and personal experiences within the Jewish community. His commitment to preserving and interpreting Jewish wisdom while fostering engagement with sacred texts is evident throughout his work. Rapaport's perspective as a writer is informed by a blend of scholarly rigor and a passion for storytelling, enabling him to bridge the historical with the contemporary. For those seeking a meaningful exploration of Jewish tradition, "Tales and Maxims from the Midrash" is an essential read. It not only enriches one's understanding of the Torah but also instills a profound appreciation for the values and life lessons that these ancient texts continue to impart today.

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- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 22.12.2023
• Einführung: Finnian Chase
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Finnian Chase
• Übersetzer: Samuel Rapaport
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie ► Judentum
• Schlagworte: ancient interpretations • ancient religious wisdom • biblical commentary • commentaries • commentary collection • C. S. Lewis • cultural heritage teachings • Escaping from Eden • Hebrew literature • Hebrew Scripture • Historical Jewish texts • It's All The Same To Me • Jewish Folklore • Jewish Literature • Jewish oral tradition • Jewish philosophy • Jewish wisdom • Judaic folklore • man's search for meaning • Midrash • Midrashic tales • Midrash narratives • moral storytelling tradition • Mysteries of the Messiah • oral Torah insights • Rabbinic commentaries • Rabbinic tales • Sacred text analysis • scholarly Jewish commentary • spiritual reflection guide • Talmudic teachings • Talmudic tradition • The Bible • The Book of Secret Wisdom • The Books of Enoch • The Sabbath • Torah • Torah exegesis • You'll Get Through This