Parshat Chayei Sarah

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The death and burial of Sarah, Abraham sends his servant to find a wife for Isaac, and Rebekah joins the family. Genesis 23:1-25:18.

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Philo The Midrash of Philo 17:9

It turns out, even Abraham, our forefather, might have had a moment of… well, not exactly doubt, but perhaps profound wonder. The Torah tells us, in Genesis 17:17, after God promis...

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Yaakov and the Patriarchs

Kabbalah Asarah Perakim LeRamchal 7:5

The Jewish mystical tradition, particularly the teachings of Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzzatto (the Ramchal), offers a fascinating way to visualize these forces and how they relate to our...

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Adam Among the Heavenly Host

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:45

It sounds almost like a cosmic afterthought. But what if I told you there was more to the story? A deeper explanation about why things unfolded the way they did? According to some ...

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Abraham's Vision and Haran

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 5:50

The story of Abraham, and his fiery trial, certainly makes you wonder. It all begins with his father, Terah, a man who, according to Legends of the Jews, could read the heavens. Te...

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Hagar and the Angels

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 5:98

Sarah, wife of Abraham, certainly did when they journeyed to Egypt. to a fascinating episode from Legends of the Jews that shows just how powerfully things can turn around. Picture...

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Abraham and the Patriarchs of Hagar

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 5:130

But let's rewind a bit, to the story of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar. Abraham, known for his humility, gave Sarah the authority to deal with Hagar as she saw fit. However, he did offe...

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Abraham Among the Heavenly Host

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 5:137

Our story today begins with Abraham, recovering from his self-circumcision, a profound act of devotion to God. (Genesis 17:24-27). But even in his convalescence, Abraham’s generous...

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Kingdom of Abraham and Abimelech

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 5:187

Let’s delve into a fascinating encounter in the lives of Abraham and Abimelech and see what we can uncover. Remember the story? Abraham, fearing for his life in Gerar, tells everyo...

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Isaac Among the Fathers and Abraham

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 5:196

Before the terrible twos, before squabbles over toys… try inheritance disputes! The story of Isaac and Ishmael, sons of Abraham, gives us a glimpse into just that. As Isaac matured...

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