Obey and I Will Be the Enemy of Your Enemy

Targum Pseudo-Jonathan on Exodus 23:22

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·April 20, 2026

For if thou wilt indeed hearken to His Word, and do all that I speak by Him, I will be the enemy of thy enemy, and will trouble them who trouble thee.

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Torah Holy Land Divine Justice Angels

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Exodus 23:22

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