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.

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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Moses's Transgression and Simeon

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:35

Remember the story of the daughters of Moab? It's a troubling episode in the Torah where the Israelites succumbed to temptation and idolatry (Numbers 25). According to the biblical...

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Moses and the Angels

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:49

That's the situation Moses faced in his final moments, according to Legends of the Jews. It’s a poignant scene, isn’t it? The book recounts that a heavenly voice rang out, gently t...

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Moses in Heaven and Joshua

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:52

The Legends of the Jews, that incredible compilation of rabbinic stories and folklore assembled by Louis Ginzberg, gives us a glimpse into a truly human moment for the greatest pro...

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Birth of Moses and Samael

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:56

The ancient texts offer some pretty wild imagery. The Legends of the Jews, that incredible compilation of rabbinic lore gathered by Louis Ginzberg, paints a vivid picture. It tells...

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The Garden of Eden and Amram

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 7:80

That's the scenario we find ourselves in, according to some fascinating threads in Jewish legend. The story, found within Legends of the Jews, paints a picture of the serpent – you...

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Joshua in Battle and Achan

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:12

He went straight to the top, appealing to God Himself. Why? What went wrong? But God wouldn't answer. Why the divine silence? It wasn't just some cosmic mood swing. According to th...

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Holy Ground Beneath and Thee

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:22

That feeling – that primal need to praise – it's woven deep into the fabric of Jewish tradition. It’s a feeling that echoes through the ages, finding its voice in the words we're a...

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Death of Naomi

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:31

Her story isn't just a sweet tale; it’s a cornerstone of Jewish tradition. Now, Ruth wasn's born Jewish. She was a Moabite princess. But her heart, it seemed, had other plans. You ...

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