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It turns out, even Moses, the ultimate law-giver, knew the importance of following up criticism with comfort. Moses is standing there, on the cusp of his own death, knowing he won'...
It’s a question that resonates through the ages, and the Sifrei Devarim, an ancient commentary on the Book of Deuteronomy, offers a fascinating perspective. The text begins with th...
The verse we’re looking at from Deuteronomy speaks of Levi, saying, "Your tumim and your urim are destined for (Aaron) the man of Your lovingkindness." Now, tumim and urim? These w...
We read about her tragic death in the Torah, but the exact location... well, that's where things get interesting. The Torah tells us (Genesis 48:7) that Jacob, looking back on his ...
The Torah doesn’t exactly shout it from the rooftops, but there are clues. Little hints dropped here and there that paint a picture of a formidable people. Take Adoni-bezek, for ex...
The Book of Ben Sira, a treasure trove of wisdom literature, grapples with these very questions. Let's delve into Chapter 10 and see what insights it offers us. "An wild king will ...
Ben Sira, in his wisdom, gives us a glimpse into their lives. He reminds us that piety and significance aren't confined to kings and prophets. "He is busied with oxen, and leadeth ...
Chapter 44, a small but potent passage, is all about remembering those figures, those powerful personalities, who shaped the world we know. "Much honored portion of the Highest, an...
It’s all about humility, devotion, and a legacy that blossoms through generations. Ben Sira celebrates those judges of old, "each man by his name, every one who didn't self-glorify...
