Parshat Shoftim

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Laws of judges and officers, the king, the Levitical priests, true and false prophets, cities of refuge, and warfare. Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9.

Joab and Creation

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 60:1

That feeling isn't new. In fact, according to Midrash Tehillim 60, it goes way back. This particular midrash (a method of interpreting biblical stories beyond their literal meaning...

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Yoel and Joseph

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 80:1

Psalm 80, a poignant plea for divine intervention, opens with a striking image: "Hear, O Shepherd of Israel, You Who leads Joseph like a flock." It's a cry for guidance, for protec...

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Divine Presence

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 82:1

Psalm 82 opens with a powerful image: "A Psalm of Asaph. God stands in the congregation of God; He judges among the gods." It's a verse that speaks volumes about justice, responsib...

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Kingdom of David

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 86:5

King David certainly did. And in the book of Psalms, specifically Psalm 86, we find him pleading: "My Lord, guide me in Your path." But it's not just a simple request. According to...

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Ahithophel's Legacy

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 86:8

David, our King, isn't shy about expressing that vulnerability. "Turn to me and be gracious to me," he cries out. It's a raw, human plea. He's not just asking for a blessing; he's ...

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The Binding of Isaac and Jerusalem

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 87:2

And guess what? It's not always what you'd expect. The Midrash Tehillim, a collection of interpretations on the Book of Psalms, offers a particularly intriguing take. It suggests t...

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Proverbs of the King

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 87:7

Jewish tradition is full of these kinds of connections, woven into its stories and teachings. to a fascinating passage from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of interpretations on the...

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Face of Moses and Jeremiah

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 93:1

But according to ancient Jewish wisdom, it’s a question worth pondering. Especially when we’re talking about garments of majesty, strength, and even…vengeance. The book of Psalms (...

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Rosh Hashanah Before the Altar

Midrash Aggadah Midrash Tehillim 102:6

Our tradition has a lot to say about that, especially when it comes to prayer and redemption. to a powerful passage from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings on the...

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