Searching for Meaning in Midrash: Lessons for Everyday Living

Rabbis Katz and Schwartz explore the fascinating body of Jewish literature called Midrash--creative interpretations of the Bible that are designed to reveal hidden or deeper meaning in Scripture. Each of the over 50 midrashim sits next to its corresponding biblical text so that readers can compare them, along with commentary on the times and insights of the rabbis who wrote each midrash. Readers are given guidance for answering "What does this text mean to me?"