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.

Mount Sinai's Transgression and Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:34

That’s the kind of burning desire the Israelites had for the Torah. After all the trials and tribulations of escaping Egypt, they were finally at the foot of Mount Sinai, ready to ...

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Moses's Transgression and the Altar

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:37

It wasn't just about hearing the thunder and seeing the lightning. It was about a tangible, visceral connection – a bond sealed in blood. See, back then, there was no Temple, no es...

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Covenant of Moses and Ezekiel

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:39

Turns out, according to some pretty amazing stories, it wasn't as simple as just saying "yes." Before that earth-shattering covenant, before the words were etched in stone, Moses, ...

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Moses's Miracle and Balaam

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:41

It wasn't exactly a picnic. The Midrash paints a picture of intense anticipation, mixed with a healthy dose of terror. From the moment the Israelites arrived in the third month – S...

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Resurrection of the Dead and Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:43

Like you're being held accountable for... everything? Imagine that feeling, amplified to a planetary scale. That's what the Earth felt at the Revelation at Sinai. According to Lege...

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Moses's Transgression and Ineffable

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:57

There's a beautiful, reassuring interpretation nestled within it. According to Legends of the Jews, when Moses heard this, he thanked God. Yes, you read that right. He understood t...

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Mount Sinai and Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:58

The ancient rabbis pondered this very question. They imagined a conversation between God and Israel, a dialogue about the ultimate reward for following the Torah, the sacred teachi...

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Wisdom of Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:72

He addressed them with words that still resonate today. He said: "God gave you the Torah and wrought marvels for you." It wasn’t just about receiving the law; it was about being ch...

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Righteousness of Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:73

Jewish tradition offers us glimpses into that possibility, especially when it comes to the patriarchs and prophets. And no one stands closer, in the lore, than MOSES. Imagine the c...

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