Peshat
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Peshat is a noun meaning (Judaism) A method of interpretation of a text using the face-value, literal meaning.
Meaning
(Judaism) A method of interpretation of a text using the face-value, literal meaning.
Example Sentences
We use the tools of modern-day p'shat to recover ancient Scripture.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include parashah, petuhah, pashkevil, pilpul, petuchah, kere.
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