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Focusing on the narrative structure, this analysis delves into 'The Fathers According to Rabbi Nathan', highlighting its unique storytelling approach within the Jewish canon. Jacob Neusner explores the prevalence of sage stories in this sixth-century commentary compared to other late antique Judaic texts. He examines how these narratives reflect a transformation in the perception of sages as supernatural figures and how they contribute to an evolving understanding of Jewish history and eschatology, marking a significant shift in Jewish thought.
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Judaism and Story, Jacob Neusner
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- 2003
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- Title
- Judaism and Story
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jacob Neusner
- Publisher
- Wipf and Stock
- Publisher
- 2003
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 266
- ISBN13
- 9781592443598
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- Focusing on the narrative structure, this analysis delves into 'The Fathers According to Rabbi Nathan', highlighting its unique storytelling approach within the Jewish canon. Jacob Neusner explores the prevalence of sage stories in this sixth-century commentary compared to other late antique Judaic texts. He examines how these narratives reflect a transformation in the perception of sages as supernatural figures and how they contribute to an evolving understanding of Jewish history and eschatology, marking a significant shift in Jewish thought.