Parshat Vaera

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God reveals His name to Moses, the first seven plagues strike Egypt, and Pharaoh's heart is hardened. Exodus 6:2-9:35.

Wisdom of Abraham and Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 5:112

In Jewish tradition, the concept of final instructions, of ethical wills, is incredibly powerful. It’s about more than just passing on possessions; it’s about passing on values, a ...

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Covenant of Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 5:113

It's not just a modern saying; it's a lesson woven deep into our traditions. Think about Moses, right before the Israelites are about to enter the Promised Land. He has some seriou...

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Balaam's Legacy and Israelites

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:2

Jewish tradition certainly hints at that possibility! Take Balaam, for example. You know, the one hired to curse the Israelites? The Moabites and Midianites thought he was Moses' e...

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Balaam: Solomon and Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:3

The idea is that God wouldn't want anyone to be able to say, "Hey, you kept yourself hidden from us!" later on. So, what did God do? According to some interpretations, God gave eve...

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Kingdom of Moses and Balaam

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:36

The story of Balaam is a strange one, filled with prophecy, curses, and a talking donkey (yes, really!). But at its heart, it's a story about choice, and how our actions can either...

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Moses and the First Humans of Zimri

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:60

The story centers around Zimri, a prince of the tribe of Simeon, and his brazen defiance. He publicly takes Cozbi, a Midianite woman, as his own. A clear violation of the law. But ...

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Moses and Divine Judgment of Phinehas

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:61

It’s a question that’s haunted scholars and storytellers for centuries. But the answer, as is often the case in Jewish tradition, is layered with meaning and moral complexity. The ...

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Phinehas in the Days of Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:64

This isn't just a personal matter; it's a public act of defiance, a slap in the face to the laws and traditions they were meant to uphold. Tension is thick in the air. Phinehas, co...

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Death of Zelophehad and Moses

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 6:76

Your father has died, leaving no sons. Now, under the laws of inheritance, you and your sisters are facing a grim future: no land, no security, no real place in the community. What...

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