Parshat Vayigash

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Judah's plea for Benjamin, Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, and Jacob's family descends to Egypt. Genesis 44:18-47:27.

Moses's Transgression and Talk

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:313

We pick up the story with Moses, right after he convinces Pharaoh to let the Israelites go. He steps just outside the city walls, raising his hands to Adonai (the Lord). Now, why o...

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Blessing of the Land and Israelites

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:325

It wasn't just about packing bags and sneaking away in the night. It was a direct confrontation with the gods of Egypt. For generations, they had lived under the yoke of the Pharao...

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Kingdom of Red Sea

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:346

We often picture them fleeing with just the clothes on their backs, but the story is actually…a lot richer. Imagine this: The Israelites aren't just leaving Egypt empty-handed. The...

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Jannes and the Heavenly Realms

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:54

We all know the story: Moses, Pharaoh, the parting of the waters. But what about the behind-the-scenes drama? to some lesser-known legends surrounding this pivotal moment. The Egyp...

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Abraham and the Ark of Israelites

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:61

And the story of the Exodus, specifically the crossing of the Red Sea, offers a fascinating glimpse into this idea. Imagine the scene: the Israelites, finally free from slavery, st...

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Hills of Judea and Shapor

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:75

The Israelites, fresh from their miraculous escape from Egypt, faced just such a dilemma. Imagine the scene: the Red Sea has just crashed back down, swallowing Pharaoh's army whole...

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Giving of the Torah

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:120

And it's a question that Moses, our great leader, dared to ask. Even after witnessing incredible miracles, after leading the Israelites out of Egypt, after receiving the Torah itse...

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Kenaz in Heaven

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 2:18

The Legends of the Jews, that incredible compilation by Louis Ginzberg, gives us a glimpse into moments like this. Imagine the scene: Kenaz, overcome, breaks into wails so loud the...

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Kingdom of David and Samuel

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 4:9

He arrives at the house of Jesse, father of many sons. Surely, the tallest, strongest, most kingly looking son must be God's choice. That's what Samuel thought when he saw Eliab, J...

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