Midrash Rabbah

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The great Midrash Rabbah, a collection of aggadic midrashim on the Torah and the Five Megillot. These rabbinic commentaries explore the deeper meanings of Scripture through parable, allegory, and legend.

Stars and Firmament of Abba

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:6

Light and darkness, separation of waters... But according to some fascinating rabbinic interpretations, there's a whole other layer to unpack. Our story comes from Bamidbar Rabbah,...

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Mission of Moses and Aminadav

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:7

And it’s why the Midrash, specifically Bamidbar Rabbah 13, dwells on his name, his lineage, and his pivotal role. The text begins by asking a simple question: why was he called Naḥ...

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Jacob: Mount Sinai and Creation

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:8

The Torah portion Naso, particularly in Bamidbar Rabbah 13, delves into this very concept, using the offerings of the princes as a springboard. It's a fascinating exploration of Is...

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Daily Sacrifices and the Altar

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:9

It wrestles with a seemingly simple question about the dedication of the altar in the Tabernacle. The text focuses on the phrase "the first, and his offering." It’s from the Book o...

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Nachshon and the Heavenly Realms

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:10

Sometimes, those little things hold the key to unlocking profound insights. to one such instance from Bamidbar Rabbah (Numbers Rabbah), specifically chapter 13, and see what we can...

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David Speaks for God and Daniel

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:11

These little anomalies, these extra strokes of ink, are rarely accidents. They're often seen as whispers, hints of deeper meaning hidden beneath the surface of the text. Take the w...

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Adam at the Dawn of Creation

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:12

That’s exactly what happens in Bamidbar Rabbah 13, a Midrash on the Book of Numbers. It all starts with a single letter: a vav. The passage asks, "vekorbano, why is there an extra ...

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Holy of Holies and Rabbis

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:13

It’s a fascinating glimpse into ancient ritual and devotion. Today, we're diving into some of the details, specifically as recorded in Bamidbar Rabbah 13, a section of the great co...

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Messianic King and Creation

Midrash Rabbah Bamidbar Rabbah 13:14

But according to Bamidbar Rabbah, a collection of rabbinic teachings on the book of Numbers, there’s a profound reason behind it. It wasn't just about the what they offered, but th...

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