Parshat Vayishlach

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Jacob wrestles with the angel, his reunion with Esau, the incident at Shechem, Rachel's death, and the genealogy of Esau. Genesis 32:4-36:43.

Gallizur and the Heavenly Realms

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 4:6

It paints a picture of the divine court, a place of unimaginable power and awe. It's a scene that's both terrifying and breathtaking. Imagine this: Right next to the very throne of...

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The Serpent's True Role in the Fall of Humanity

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 13:1

It's more than just a tale of forbidden fruit, it's a peek into the very nature of humanity and our relationship with the Divine. And the serpent? Well, let's just say he plays a p...

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The Tree of Knowledge and the Serpent

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 13:7

We often picture a silent, almost dreamlike scene. But the ancient text Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer paints a much more vivid – and unsettling – picture. Imagine the serpent, not slither...

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How Abraham's Marriage Customs Shaped Jewish Tradition

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 16:5

We often think about the legal agreements, the ketubah, and the ceremony itself. But what about the party? The celebration? Well, let's dive into a fascinating little corner of Jew...

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The Origin of the Seven-Day Jewish Wedding Feast

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 16:15

Sometimes, the answer lies tucked away in unexpected corners of our sacred literature. Take the tradition of the seven-day wedding celebration, the sheva brachot. Where did that co...

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The Hour by Hour Story of Adam's First Sabbath Eve

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 19:3

The sun is beginning to dip, painting the sky in hues of orange and gold. It's the seventh hour of the day, according to Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 19, and Adam, the first human, is en...

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How God Protected Sarah in Pharaoh's Palace

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 26:7

This particular passage, from Chapter 26, gives us a glimpse into Sarah's encounters with powerful rulers and the surprising twists that shaped her journey. It all starts with Phar...

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Abimelech Among the Heavenly Host

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 26:8

That's exactly what happened to Abimelech. We find this story tucked away in Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer, a fascinating and somewhat enigmatic work of Jewish literature. In chapter 26, ...

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The Night That Echoes Across Jewish History Forever

Midrash Aggadah Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer 27:5

The Jewish tradition teaches us that time itself can be layered, that moments can resonate across generations. : is it possible that the same night, the very same 24 hours, could w...

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