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The Mysteries of Interpretation: Who are the Rabbis Speaking to?

Hosted By: The Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning

The stories of the Torah provoke many interpretations from ancient Rabbis to Modern commentators, each trying to unpack the hidden meanings of the texts that are central to the Jewish people. Their commentaries not only provide insights to the bible but often are an excuse to make polemical comments that address audiences and situations far removed from the original text. In this session with Rabbi Steven Garten, the director of the Ottawa Melton site, become a biblical scholar sleuth in this who are you talking to Torah mystery!

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