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You see, after leading the Israelites through the desert for forty long years, Moses was denied entry into the land flowing with milk and honey. Harsh. And here’s the really intere...
That’s a glimpse into the struggle of Moses, as his life drew to a close. The story goes that God, having decreed that Moses would not cross the Jordan into the Promised Land, then...
According to Ginzberg's Legends of the Jews, Moses, in his final blessings, had some pretty powerful things to say about the Levites. He specifically calls out Aaron, prince of the...
He had so much wisdom to impart, so many blessings yet to bestow upon each tribe of Israel. But time, as it always does, was running short. So, he gathers all those individual bles...
It wasn't exactly smooth sailing, let me tell you. According to Legends of the Jews, the moment was ripe with miracles, all designed to solidify Joshua's authority in the eyes of t...
Even way back when Joshua was dividing up the land, right after the Israelites entered the Promised Land, there were concerns about balancing individual rights with the needs of th...
That’s kind of the story of David, the future king of Israel. But let's be honest, David didn’t exactly have a royal upbringing. He wasn’t raised in a palace, groomed for leadershi...
That's how the legends describe Shobach's terrifying presence. He wasn't just a big guy; he was a walking, talking intimidation tactic. Now, why did Shobach think he had the upper ...
Ahaz, King of Judah. Not exactly a name whispered with reverence, is it? In fact, he's often remembered for, shall we say, his less-than-stellar behavior. But here’s a fascinating ...
