midrashic

/mɪdˈrɑːʃɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of midrash, a Jewish method of biblical interpretation

“The scholar specialized in midrashic interpretations of the Old Testament.”

2. noun

a work or collection of midrashim

“The midrashic collection included commentaries on various biblical books.”

3. noun

a section of a midrash

“The midrashic passage explained the meaning behind a specific biblical verse.”

Synonyms

  • exegetical
  • interpretive

Antonyms

  • literal