Parshat Eikev

2 myths

Promises of blessing for obedience, the description of the Land of Israel, remembering the golden calf, and the second tablets. Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25.
Parshat Eikev 5 min

The Manna in the Desert Tasted Like Whatever You Wanted

In the desert, manna appeared at every door each morning except Shabbat. The taste changed with each bite to match what you desired, unless you were wicked.

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Parshat Eikev 4 min

When Torah Became God's Seal on a Breakable World

After the Golden Calf, Moses holds stone carved by human hands. Devarim Rabbah says God signed it with the word that begins and ends all creation.

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