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ORTHODOX. Method of Study . There is no distinction between P’shat and drash . P’shat = “Simple "interpretation and midrash is just ad valid. The Nature of Revelation. God revealed his will at Mt Sinai Written and oral. The Authority of the Bible’s Laws and Ideas. God’s Will
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Method of Study • There is no distinction between P’shat and drash. • P’shat= “Simple "interpretation and midrash is just ad valid
The Nature of Revelation • God revealed his will at Mt Sinai • Written and oral
The Authority of the Bible’s Laws and Ideas • God’s Will • Follow the torah
Man’s Ability to Change the Bible’s Laws and Ideas • None • God revealed all answers at Sinai Exceptions • Applications to new situations (Which were also revealed at Sinai) • Choice of one position in the codes or responsa over others