MIDRASH

Midrash

(noun) (Judaism) an ancient commentary on part of the Hebrew scriptures that is based on Jewish methods of interpretation and attached to the biblical text

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

Midrash (plural Midrashim or Midrashot or Midrashoth)

A Rabbinic commentary on a text from the Hebrew Scripture.

The Rabbinic technique or tradition of such exegesis.

Anagrams

• dirhams, hardims

Source: Wiktionary


Mid*rash", n.; pl. Midrashim, Midrashoth. Etym: [Heb., explanation.]

Definition: A talmudic exposition of the Hebrew law, or of some part of it.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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