hagadic
/həˈɡædɪk/
adjective
- Relating to the non-legal, narrative parts of Jewish rabbinic literature, including stories, legends, and moral teachings.
- Hagadic texts often contain parables and folklore that illustrate ethical lessons.
- The rabbi's sermon focused on the hagadic portions of the Talmud.
- Scholars study both the legal and hagadic traditions to understand Jewish thought.
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