David Stern shows how the parable or mashal-the most distinctive type of narrative in midrash-was composed, how its symbolism works, and how it serves to convey the ideological convictions of the rabbis. He describes its relation to similar tales in other literatures, including the parables of Jesus in the New Testament and kabbalistic parables. Through its innovative approach to midrash, this study reaches beyond its particular subject, and will appeal to all readers interested in narrative and religion.
| ISBN: | 9780674654488 |
| Publication date: | 6th May 1994 |
| Author: | David Stern |
| Publisher: | Harvard University Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 364 pages |
| Genres: |
Sociology and anthropology |
David Stern shows how the parable or mashal-the most distinctive type of narrative in midrash-was composed, how its symbolism works, and how it serves to convey the ideological convictions of the rabbis. He describes its relation to similar tales in other literatures, including the parables of Jesus in the New Testament and kabbalistic parables. Through its innovative approach to midrash, this study reaches beyond its particular subject, and will appeal to all readers interested in narrative and religion.
Parables in Midrash features in the following genres: Sociology and anthropology
Parables in Midrash is available in Paperback
Parables in Midrash was written by David Stern and published by Harvard University Press
Parables in Midrash has 364 pages