Does one need to recite Birkat HaTorah before studying Midrash in addition to Mikra, Mishnah, and Gemara?
Synopsis
The Mechaber rules the blessing is required for Mikra, Mishnah, and Gemara. The Rema extends this to Midrash as well.
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