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We read about a “strong hand,” an “outstretched arm,” signs, and wonders. But what are those, really? The Sifrei Devarim, a collection of early Jewish legal interpretations on the ...
In the Sifrei Devarim, a collection of early rabbinic legal interpretations on the Book of Deuteronomy, Rabbi Yehudah gives us a fascinating mnemonic device for remembering the ten...
A picture of abundance and blessing. But have you ever stopped to think about what it really means, and where it comes from? Well, let's dive in, shall we? The phrase appears multi...
It involves bikkurim (בִּכּוּרִים), the first fruits offering. Now, picture this: you're a farmer in ancient Israel. You've poured your heart and soul into your land, and finally, ...
The Sifrei Devarim, a collection of legal interpretations on the Book of Deuteronomy, offers a fascinating glimpse into this idea. It starts with the simple phrase: "And you shall ...
It wasn't just about plowing and planting. It was a system of sacred sharing, a way of life woven into the very fabric of their calendar. We're going to dive into a little corner o...
Today, let's dive into a little verse from Sifrei Devarim, a commentary on the Book of Deuteronomy. Specifically, Deuteronomy 26:12. It’s a short verse, but it’s packed with meanin...
The verse we’re looking at speaks of the poor being able to eat "in your gates and be sated." The rabbis, never ones to let a good turn of phrase go unexamined, ask: what does it r...
But within those intricate instructions, there’s a beautiful core of responsibility and community. to a small but fascinating corner of that world, found in the ancient text, Sifre...
