Parshat Shemot

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The Israelites' enslavement in Egypt, the birth of Moses, Moses at the burning bush, and God's call to liberate His people. Exodus 1:1-6:1.

How Moses Survived

Tree of Souls

That’s hardcore. What's the secret? Well, Jewish tradition offers a fascinating explanation. It wasn’t just about toughing it out. It goes much deeper. The Makhon Siftei Tzaddikim ...

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Moses Transformed Into Fire

Tree of Souls

It’s a question that’s captivated mystics and storytellers for centuries, and one particularly vivid legend tells us how Moses himself experienced just that. The story goes that Go...

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Moses' Last Request

Tree of Souls

What would you ask for? According to tradition, as his time drew near, Moses made one final, powerful request of God. It wasn't for more life, or for comfort, or even for himself a...

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Pharaoh's Dreams

Ginzberg Vol. 2

Today, we're diving into the fascinating story of Pharaoh's dreams, a pivotal moment in the biblical narrative of Joseph. Now, Joseph, as you might remember, was languishing in an ...

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Joseph Before Pharaoh

Ginzberg Vol. 2

Remember Joseph, the dreamer? He's now in Egypt, and things are about to get really interesting. But not without some resistance. According to Ginzberg's retelling in Legends of th...

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Pharaoh's Cunning

Ginzberg Vol. 2

Today, we're diving deep into the story of Pharaoh and the Israelites in Egypt, a tale of manipulation, exploitation, and ultimately, resilience. Imagine the scene: Egypt, a mighty...

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Moses Visits Paradise And Hell

Ginzberg Vol. 2

We know he received the Torah, but according to some fascinating accounts, his journey didn't stop there. He was granted a glimpse into the ultimate destinations: Paradise and hell...

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Hidden Wisdom of Moses and Shimon

Kabbalah Baal HaSulam's Introduction to Zohar 60:2

The Zohar, meaning "splendor" or "radiance," is the foundational text of Jewish mysticism, of Kabbalah. It's a sprawling, enigmatic work filled with secrets, allegories, and dazzli...

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Moses and the Secret Teaching of Thou

Kabbalah Heikhalot Rabbati 27:1

It's not just about a distant, untouchable God, but about a God intimately involved with creation and revelation. The Heikhalot texts, by the way, are a collection of mystical Jewi...

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