Jewish Texts

Universal interpersonal and societal issues, rather than Jewish ritual law, are the main subject of Seder Nezikin.

Jeremiah's tragic message is conveyed by both his prophecies and account of Jerusalem's destruction, but he also gives his people hope.

Midrash allowed the rabbis to explain and expand on the Torah--and in doing so, they revealed much about themselves.

How this genre gleans deep meaning from the Torah's text

Halakhic Midrash on Exodus.

Biblical interpretations that focus on Jewish law and practices.

Exploring ethical ideas, biblical characters or narrative moments.

The Tosafists continued the conversation with their glosses on the text of the Talmud.

Deuteronomy 11:26-16:17

Deuteronomy 33:1-34:12