Judaism Exodus 32

[Channalee]

Not trying to derail the thread. I have Richard Friedman's book Torah and Commentary. Just recently finished a second reading. It's a great book. He does not specifically give reason as to the calf. But he does offer a great deal of alternative interpretations. I'm still a die hard Rashi fan when it comes to commentary.

Here: https://www.amazon.com/Commentary-Torah-...0060507179

Awesome recommendation!  I just ordered the Kindle edition.  Thanks, Baruch!

[nili]

Not trying to derail the thread. I have Richard Friedman's book Torah and Commentary. Just recently finished a second reading. It's a great book. He does not specifically give reason as to the calf. But he does offer a great deal of alternative interpretations. I'm still a die hard Rashi fan when it comes to commentary.

Here: https://www.amazon.com/Commentary-Torah-...0060507179

FWIW, his new book, The Exodus, is quite interesting as well.

[Baruch]

Welcome nili - Your first 3 posts are moderated for approval. We get spammers and bots.

Glad you could join us !

[Jason]

Not trying to derail the thread. I have Richard Friedman's book Torah and Commentary. Just recently finished a second reading. It's a great book. He does not specifically give reason as to the calf. But he does offer a great deal of alternative interpretations. I'm still a die hard Rashi fan when it comes to commentary.

Here: https://www.amazon.com/Commentary-Torah-...0060507179

FWIW, his new book, The Exodus, is quite interesting as well.

We did a forum book group on The Exodus last year. I was really impressed by it.