Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

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Selections from Louis Ginzberg's monumental Legends of the Jews, a seven-volume compilation that weaves together aggadic material from the Talmud, Midrash, and other rabbinic literature into a continuous narrative.

Moses in Battle and Midian

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:102

It happened to the Israelites. The story goes that Moses, ever faithful, prepared to lead them into battle against Midian. But the people… well, they weren't so enthusiastic. Accor...

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Phinehas and the Dreamer

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:103

It’s a fascinating question when we delve into the story of Moses and the war against Midian. You see, Moses, the great leader of the Israelites, didn’t personally lead this partic...

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Phinehas in Battle and Balaam

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:104

We often read these stories, but the details… the nitty-gritty… well, those are sometimes left to our imagination. But the Legends of the Jews, as compiled by Ginzberg, fills in ma...

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Trial of Balaam and Phinehas

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:106

Our story today takes us into the realm of magic, betrayal, and a desperate attempt to outrun destiny. It’s a wild ride, so buckle up. We're talking about Balaam, the infamous prop...

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Solomon and the Secret Teaching

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:107

Take the case of someone so wicked, so utterly devoid of goodness, that even death couldn't contain the darkness they embodied. Imagine a person whose very essence was so corrupted...

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Moses Stands in Prayer and Israelites

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:109

But the story of the Israelite soldiers after their victory over Midian, as told in Legends of the Jews, is something else entirely. These weren't your typical conquerors. They cam...

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Moses in the Holy Land and Israelite

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:110

The Torah doesn't shy away from these thorny issues, and one story in particular, the aftermath of the war with Midian, really makes you think. We often focus on the battles themse...

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Giving of the Torah and Eleazar

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:111

Jewish tradition is filled with these poignant moments, often involving the greatest figures in our history. Take the story of Moses, and a seemingly small slip-up that had surpris...

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Phinehas in Zion

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:112

It’s a question that echoes through so many stories, and it’s definitely at the heart of how the Israelites ended up going to war with Midian. See, the conflict wasn't just about a...

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