Parshat Devarim

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Moses's farewell address begins with a review of the journey from Sinai, the appointment of judges, and the scouts' mission. Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22.

Trial of Joseph

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 39:6

Our tradition tells us stories of those who did just that. Let's delve into one such teaching, found in Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer, a fascinating text that weaves together biblical nar...

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Holy Spirit of Egypt

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 39:8

That was Joseph. We all know the story: Joseph, the favored son, sold into slavery, who rises through the ranks in Egypt. But have you ever stopped to consider just how remarkable ...

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Isaac's Prayer and Esau

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 39:16

Our tradition grapples with this question constantly. Take the story of Isaac and Esau, for example. It’s a family drama, a theological debate, and a reminder of the power – and li...

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Pharaoh: Moses Speaks for God

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 40:7

That feeling, that sense of profound loss, isn't just a modern phenomenon. Our Sages wrestled with it too. Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer, a fascinating and often imaginative work of Jewis...

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Moses and the Origins of the World

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 41:8

He paints a picture, a truly awe-inspiring one, of Moses standing on the mountain. But here's the thing: only his feet were actually on the ground. The rest of him? According to Ra...

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Sanctity of the Land and Simon

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 42:10

We read about it every year during Passover, the triumphant moment of freedom. But have you ever paused to imagine the aftermath? The Book of Exodus tells us, "And Israel saw the E...

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Covenant of Moses and Thou

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 42:16

to a fascinating moment from Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer, specifically chapter 42, where Moses himself is in conversation with the Holy One, blessed be He. The Israelites are on the cus...

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Moses in Joseph's Time and Israelites

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 44:9

One that even Moses, the great lawgiver, wrestled with. Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer, in chapter 44, tells a story that illuminates this very struggle. Rabbi Phineas shares a fascinating...

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The Burning Bush of Israelites

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 45:1

But what if there's more to the story than we usually hear? to a fascinating piece of Jewish lore found in Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer, chapter 45, which offers a unique perspective. Th...

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