The subject of this paper is an analysis of an exegetical method of Jacob of Serugh in “Mimro on Balaam and Balak”. In the introduction, the author provides a brief biography of Jacob of Serugh. The author also discusses his relation to the mimro genre, as well as influences on Jacob’s exegetical me-thod. Then the author moves on to the Mimro at hand and provides an ana-lysis structured around the Mimro itself. The author dwells on the passages which exemplify Jacob’s approach to this text. He then proceeds to discuss the importance of prayer, God’s assistance, and knowledge of the context for exegesis. The author also deals with the goal of exegesis, as well as with the exegetical method Jacob utilizes in dealing with some of the more difficult biblical passages. Finally, the author provides an explanation of Jacob’s Christological reading of the biblical passage at hand.
