Rashi

[ rah-shee ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

Blessed with a progeny of famous men, Rashi's influence was carried on and increased by the work of his sons-in-law and grandsons.

No commentator on any classic ever surpassed Rashi in the power of saying enough and only enough.

Thus the beginner finds Rashi useful, and the specialist turns to him for help.

Rashi spoke of him with great respect; the community of Worms elected him as rabbi after the year 1096.

This study, as pursued by Rashi, was a protection against unthinking, brooding monasticism.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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