| Description |
1 online resource (xxi, 241 pages) |
| Contents |
The study of rabbinic narrative -- Oral-formulaic studies and the culture of the Bavli -- Elijah in rabbinic culture and the wider culture of late antiquity -- The three generic groups of Elijah stories -- Elijah from rabbinic times to the twenty-first century -- Appendix: The Elijah stories of the Bavli with translation with significant variant readings |
| Summary |
Through an innovative synthesis of narrative critique, oral-formulaic study, folkloric research, and literary analysis, Kristen H. Lindbeck reads all the Elijah narratives in the Babylonian Talmud and details the rise of a distinct, quasi-angelic figure who takes pleasure in ordinary interaction. During the Talmudic period of 50-500 C.E., Elijah developed into a recognizable character quite different from the Elijah of the Bible. The Elijah of the Talmud dispenses wisdom, advice, and, like the Elijah of Jewish folklore, helps people directly, even with material gifts. Lindbeck hi |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
In English |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
Elijah (Biblical prophet) -- In rabbinical literature.
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| SUBJECT |
Elijah (Biblical prophet) fast |
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Talmud -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh91005541
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Talmud fast |
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RELIGION -- Judaism -- Talmud.
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RELIGION -- Judaism -- History.
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Elijah (Biblical prophet) in rabbinical literature
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| Genre/Form |
Criticism, interpretation, etc.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| LC no. |
2009051476 |
| ISBN |
9780231525473 |
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0231525478 |
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