aggada
/əˈɡɑdə/
noun
- A story, legend, or anecdote in Jewish literature, especially one that illustrates a moral or religious idea, as opposed to legal or ritual teachings.
- The teacher shared an aggada about a wise rabbi to explain the importance of kindness.
- Many readers enjoy the aggada of the Passover seder because it brings the story of Exodus to life.
- This collection of aggadas includes tales of miracles and everyday wisdom.