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Jewish tradition has a name for that: the ayin hara, the evil eye. And according to some fascinating stories, the ancient Israelites were particularly vulnerable to it at pivotal m...
In the Book of Genesis, Jacob, nearing the end of his life, bestows blessings upon his sons, the founders of the twelve tribes of Israel. When he blesses Dan, he likens him to Juda...
It wasn't always a simple, smooth affair, as we learn in the fascinating accounts woven into the tapestry of Jewish legend. Today, let's delve into a moment described in Legends of...
He's led the Israelites for forty years, through thick and thin, through miracles and rebellions. He’s shepherded them from slavery to the very edge of the Promised Land. And now, ...
Let’s talk about Ruth, the Moabite woman whose story is woven into the very fabric of Judaism. Ruth, as we know, found herself in a tough spot, widowed and far from her homeland. S...
Their story, a testament to love, loyalty, and unexpected blessings, unfolds against a backdrop of moral decay, as Ginzberg tells us in Legends of the Jews. The times, they weren't...
The story of Deborah unfolds not long after the time of Ruth, another woman held up as an ideal. The Book of Judges tells us that after the death of Ehud, a judge who delivered Isr...
We’re going to delve into a story where a moment of perceived justice sets in motion a chain of events leading to... Rome. Yes, that Rome. Our tale revolves around King Solomon, th...
Jehoiada was quite the figure – the son of Benaiah, who served as commander-in-chief of the army under Solomon. Talk about living history! King Joash, guided by Jehoiada, diligentl...
