# "Midrashim" which are not Midrashim

From **Selichos Unveiled** by Holzer Seforim.

- **Published:** Wed, 14 Jan 2026 22:40:56 GMT
- **Duration:** 00:08:49
- **Audio:** https://anchor.fm/s/1088aea04/podcast/play/114009693/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-14%2F0296d661-ed12-2b03-601a-6ccedb1cbb83.mp3
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<p>This shiur is essential for anyone beginning to study the <em>meforshim</em> on Chumash, and especially for those who quote or reference them without a firm grounding in their origins and methodology. The episode clarifies a common misconception: many seforim that include the word “Midrash” in their title are not midrashic works at all, but later compositions in which “Midrash” functions merely as the name of the sefer. Understanding this distinction is critical for accurate learning, citation, and interpretation of Torah sources.</p>