A Medieval Franciscan Consults the Jews: Nicholas of Lyra on how to Imagine the Temple
Nicholas of Lyra (d. 1349) was the most important Christian biblical commentator of his generation. His massive Postilla on the whole Bible circulated in hundreds of copies throughout Europe. Focussed squarely on the literal meaning of the text, Nicholas was said to be Martin Luther’s favourite exegete. What makes him extraordinary is his use of Jewish commentary in understanding the text. He learnt Hebrew, and he employed Rashi as the basis for much of his exposition. He even produced comparative drawings, to help his readers see what he meant…
Date:
18 July 2023, 18:00 (Tuesday, 13th week, Trinity 2023)
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Speakers:
Lesley Smith (HMC),
Professor James McGrath (Oxford Interfaith Forum)
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Oxford Interfaith Forum (Oxford),
Dr Thea Gomelauri (Oxford Interfaith Forum, AMES)
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MANUSCRIPTS in Interfaith Contexts
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