The Midrash is a succession of homilies concerned with the recurrence or comparison of words and situations in the Scriptures as a means of bringing forth their contents. Compiled by Jewish rabbis since 200 A. D., its subject matter is enormous. Characteristically, The Midrash on Psalms deals with varying matters, from the radishes and cucumbers served at the table of a Roman ruler to the prayer which God, the King of Kings, directs to Himself. This first English translation of The Midrash on Psalms presents a wealth of ...
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The Midrash is a succession of homilies concerned with the recurrence or comparison of words and situations in the Scriptures as a means of bringing forth their contents. Compiled by Jewish rabbis since 200 A. D., its subject matter is enormous. Characteristically, The Midrash on Psalms deals with varying matters, from the radishes and cucumbers served at the table of a Roman ruler to the prayer which God, the King of Kings, directs to Himself. This first English translation of The Midrash on Psalms presents a wealth of clarifying and profound observation on the meaning of one of the most familiar and frequently quoted Books of the Bible. Yale Judaica Series, Volume 13. William G. Braude is Rabbi of the Congregation Sons of Israel and David, Providence, Rhode Island.
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Good. Good-Dust Jacket. Size: 5x0x8; "The Midrash on Psalms", complete set in two books. These books are Volume XIII: 1 and Volume XIII: 2 in the Yale Judaica Series, published in 1959. xxxvi, 563pp; 637pp. Translated from the Hebrew and Aramaic by William G. Braude. Second printings, 1960. Ex-library copies with only minimal library markings-labels on spines (since removed but age-toned where tape was) and stamp on front endpaper, number on rear pastedown. Text itself very good. Bindings are strong and sturdy. Some bumping to corners, otherwise shelfwear is very minor. Dust jackets are sunned at spine/edges and have general rubbing along with edgewear and tears at edges. Ships same or next business day from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Due to the size/weight of this set extra charges may apply for international shipping.