1. A body of Jewish narrative and interpretive literature, including legends, parables, and ethical teachings, found in the Talmud and Midrash.
Usage: Also spelled 'aggadah' or 'haggada'; Contrasts with halakha (Jewish law); Religious/scholarly context

Examples

• The aggada contains many stories about the ancient rabbis and their wisdom.
• Scholars study aggada to understand Jewish moral and spiritual teachings.
• Unlike halakha, aggada is not binding law but rather interpretive narrative.
• The Talmud includes both halakha and aggada in its discussions.
• Aggada often uses parables to convey ethical lessons to students.