The Shekinah Came Down Because Israel Went Up

Targum Pseudo-Jonathan on Exodus 29:46

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

And the sons of Israel shall know that I am their God, who led them out free from the land of Mizraim to make My Shekinah dwell among them. I am the Lord their God.

Themes

Moses Exile Temple Mysticism Holy Land

Biblical References

Exodus 29:46

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