Parshat Lech Lecha

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God calls Abraham to leave his homeland for Canaan. Covers Abraham and Sarah in Egypt, the separation from Lot, the war of the kings, and the covenant between the pieces. Genesis 12:1-17:27.

The Enthronement Of Adam

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We often think of him in the Garden of Eden, or perhaps being expelled from it. But Jewish tradition holds some truly fascinating ideas about his ultimate fate. One such idea, foun...

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The First Twelve Hours Of Adam's Life

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Jewish tradition offers a fascinating, almost dizzying glimpse into that unimaginable period. We know that on each of the first five days of Creation, God brought forth a multitude...

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Adam The Hermaphrodite

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We often picture him as a solitary figure, but some fascinating stories paint a much different picture – a being both male and female. It's a wild idea. But it comes from some surp...

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The Phoenix

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I'm not talking about a vampire, or some immortal god... I'm talking about the Phoenix. What makes this bird so special? Well, let's dive in. Jewish tradition paints a fascinating ...

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The Ram Sacrificed At Mount Moriah

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We all know the story: Abraham, his faith tested to the absolute limit, is commanded to sacrifice his beloved son. But what about the ram, the creature that ultimately takes Isaac'...

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Isaac's Ascent

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We all know the story: Abraham, tested by God, is commanded to sacrifice his beloved son. But what happened to Isaac in those heart-stopping moments? The familiar Genesis account l...

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The Four Who Entered Paradise

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It's about four great sages who dared to enter Pardes – Paradise. The implications of this seemingly simple story have echoed through Jewish mysticism for centuries. Who were these...

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Mysteries Of The Chariot

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Jewish tradition hints at such possibilities, particularly through the mystical exploration of the Divine Chariot, the Ma’aseh Merkavah. Let's journey back in time, with Rabbi Yoha...

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The Seven Heavens

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Jewish mystical tradition takes that question head-on, describing not just one heaven, but seven! Seven distinct realms, each with its own unique purpose and wonder. Think of it li...

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