Clinton, Boruch
Midrash - Bringing Torah to Life
- ISBN 13:
- 9781105681622
- author:
- Clinton, Boruch
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Lulu
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 98
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.5 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Religion, General, Religion,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The great prophets gave flesh to the bones of The Law, revealing that doing what is right is only the beginning. They showed us how our daily interactions with the world around us can be infused with a thirst for justice and a love for all creation. However, the principles and attitudes they conveyed can become lost in their breadth and subtlety. This book clarifies and organizes these midrashic passages, offering new insights into well-known passages and providing general guidance. The various collections of midrash provide a framework for understanding the traditional Jewish thinking that underlies these passages. By exploring these collections, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the principles and attitudes that the prophets hinted at. This book offers a fresh perspective on these midrashic passages, making them more accessible and relevant to modern readers. Through its exploration of midrash, this book provides a unique opportunity for readers to engage with the core of Jewish tradition. By examining the ways in which the prophets' teachings can be applied to everyday life, readers can develop a deeper understanding of the importance of justice, compassion, and love for all creation.