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.

Kingdom of David and Samuel

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:9

He arrives at the house of Jesse, father of many sons. Surely, the tallest, strongest, most kingly looking son must be God's choice. That's what Samuel thought when he saw Eliab, J...

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Kingdom of David of Samuel

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:11

His story is full of that kind of… knowing. Especially when it came to his anointing as king. You see, the prophet Samuel was sent to anoint a new king from among the sons of Jesse...

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David's Journey and Doeg

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:12

It’s a story filled with twists, turns, and a whole lot of hidden potential. We’re talking about David, of course, and the journey from anonymity to the throne wasn't exactly a smo...

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David and Goliath of Orpah

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:14

Take the story of David and Goliath. It’s not just a simple tale of good versus evil; it’s a complex web of family ties, past deeds, and divine reward, all playing out on the stage...

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David and Goliath

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:15

We get glimpses of epic figures, but sometimes the story feels… incomplete. Take GOLIATH, for instance. We all know the story: David and Goliath. Underdog versus giant. But accordi...

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Saul: David and Goliath

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:16

The little shepherd boy who takes down the giant. But did you ever stop to think about why David was so determined to face him? It wasn't just bravery, or youthful exuberance. Acco...

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David and Goliath of Philistine

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:17

We all know the Sunday school version, but there's so much more depth and color in the Jewish tradition. Imagine the scene. Young David, facing the towering Philistine giant, GOLIA...

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David and Goliath of Perez

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:19

But the Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg, Legends of the Jews, Vol. 4) gives us a fascinating little detail you might have missed. Imagine GOLIATH, this towering warrior, completely e...

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David and Goliath of Achish

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And according to the Legends of the Jews, God was right there with him, not just during the famous Goliath showdown, but through countless other trials too. : David wasn't just a k...

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