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Search Scripture Well: Karaite Exegetes and the Origins of the Jewish Bible Commentary in the Islamic East
Contributor(s): Frank, Allen J. (Author)
ISBN: 9004139028     ISBN-13: 9789004139022
Publisher: Brill
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Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: June 2004
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Annotation: The Jewish Bible commentary was created in the Islamic East during the tenth century by scholars seeking a rational, systematic approach to Scripture. Among its earliest champions were the Karaites, scripturalists who denied rabbinic authority. Seeking to restore Judaism to its biblical roots, they wrote numerous commentaries in Judeo-Arabic. Through the investigation of key topics, this book traces the contours of early Karaite biblical exegesis. Subjects covered include: halakhic indeterminacy; dream interpretation; the Song of Songs as salvation history; Psalms exegesis as liturgical commentary; and inter-religious polemics. The exegetes discussed include Ya'qub al-Qirqisani, Salmon b. Yeruhim, Sahl b. Masliah, and above all, Japheth b. Eli. Extensive selections from unpublished manuscripts are presented in English translation and the original Judeo-Arabic.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - Old Testament
- Architecture | Interior Design - General
- History | Jewish - General
Dewey: 221.609
LCCN: 2004045719
Series: Études Sur Le Judaïsme Médiéval
Physical Information: 1.14" H x 6.56" W x 9.64" (1.82 lbs) 376 pages
Themes:
- Ethnic Orientation - Jewish
- Religious Orientation - Jewish