The Hermeneutics of Medieval Jewish Thought: Understanding the Linguistic Codes of Rashi and Nachmanides
Weisblum, Moshe Pinchas

Description

This study examines the linguistic codes in Rashi’s commentaries on the Pentateuch and Talmud, and Nachmanide’s commentary on the Torah to elucidate their goals and concepts. Through analysis of the writing characteristics and methodological foundations of both commentators, it is possible to discern their distinct approaches and attitudes toward a multiplicity of categories.

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