Cultural Perspective
Reference materials on Jewish sacred texts, interpretive frameworks, and traditions that enrich Old Testament study.
Seeking Out the Best Books: A Latter-day Saint Introduction to Jewish Sacred Literature
What is the Talmud? When was it written, and why does it matter for Bible study? Discover how Jewish sacred literature beyond the Hebrew Bible can enrich your understanding of the Old Testament.
Related: Week 10
The PaRDeS Model: Four Levels of Biblical Interpretation
How Jewish tradition reads scripture on four levels — from plain meaning to hidden mystery — and what Latter-day Saints can learn from this ancient framework.
Related: Week 10