Parshat Bereshit

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Covers the creation of the world in six days, Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, the first sin, Cain and Abel, and the generations from Adam to Noah. Genesis 1:1-6:8.

Moses Studies Torah and Jordan

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:117

It's an idea deeply rooted in our tradition, and it takes center stage in the story of the cities of refuge. We find ourselves with Moses, nearing the end of his life, and the two ...

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Joshua: Wisdom of Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:5

What would you do? What wisdom would you impart? This is the poignant scene we find ourselves in with Moses, nearing the end of his earthly journey. According to Legends of the Jew...

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Joshua's Vision

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:25

The weight of responsibility falls on Joshua's shoulders. He turns to Moses, his mentor, his teacher, with a worry etched on his face. "O my teacher Moses," he asks, "what will bec...

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Wisdom of Moses and Sinai

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:30

It's not just good manners; it's deeply rooted in our tradition. : before asking for something big, wouldn't you acknowledge the power and greatness of the one you're asking? That'...

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Giving of the Torah and Messiah

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:31

The stories surrounding the giving of the Torah are filled with this kind of fiery devotion. In fact, the text tells us that at a certain point, overcome with emotion, Israel decla...

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Moses's Prayer and Reuben

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:32

The Torah portion V'Zot HaBerachah, "This is the blessing," gives us a glimpse into that raw, fervent side of prayer as Moses, in his final act, intercedes for the tribes of Israel...

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Giving of the Torah and Judah

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:33

We often turn to prayer in times of need, but did you know that some prayers are believed to have shaped the very destiny of a people? Let's journey back to the time of Moses, a fi...

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Benjamin's Transgression and Joseph

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:38

And the blessings he bestowed were powerful indeed. Think about Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob. Moses declared, "Benjamin is the beloved of the Lord, whom he will always shiel...

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Death of Nebo

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:40

It’s a question that’s sparked debate and wonder for centuries. The Torah tells us he died on Mount Nebo, overlooking the Promised Land he would never enter. But is that the whole ...

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