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Midrash vaYosha

A Medieval Midrash on the Song at the Sea

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  • 364 pages
  • 13 hours of reading

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The book offers a detailed analysis of Midrash vaYosha, a medieval text that interprets the Song at the Sea and the Exodus narrative. It highlights the popularity of short midrashim in the medieval period, presenting two recensions with translations and annotations that delve into their variants and literary styles. The historical context reveals how this midrash evolved from synagogue readings to a narrative form, providing valuable insights into the progression of medieval Jewish exegesis.

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Midrash vaYosha, Rachel S. Mikva

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2012
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