471 texts in Apocrypha & Pseudepigrapha
The Book of Jubilees, an ancient Jewish text, speaks to this feeling with a stark warning. It paints a picture of a future where people have drifted far from their spiritual and et...
This ancient Jewish text, considered canonical by some but not others, pulls no punches when it comes to predicting the future – or, perhaps more accurately, warning us about the c...
Jubilees, for those unfamiliar, is an ancient Jewish text that expands on the stories in Genesis and Exodus, offering a unique perspective on history and law. Some consider it part...
The Book of Jubilees, a fascinating text considered canonical by some but relegated to the Apocrypha by others, offers a glimpse into such a reality. Specifically, Chapter 23 paint...
The Book of Jubilees, an ancient Jewish text that expands on the stories in Genesis and Exodus, gives us a glimpse of just such a time. It’s a breathtaking vision of the future, on...
Sometimes, it's written in the stars... or at least, on heavenly tablets. That's the image that leaps out at us from the Book of Jubilees. In chapter 24, we find God speaking direc...
The Book of Jubilees, a fascinating text considered canonical by some but not included in the standard Hebrew Bible, takes us back to a time of literal hunger, a time when such fun...
The Book of Jubilees, a fascinating text offering a unique perspective on biblical narratives, tells a story about just such a moment – the tale of Esau selling his birthright to J...
Isaac, son of Abraham, certainly knew that feeling. Our story picks up with him journeying towards Gerar, a Philistine territory, seeking refuge with King Abimelech. (Jubilees 24)....
We find ourselves with Isaac, the son of Abraham, a man who clearly inherited not only his father's land, but also, crucially, his father's unwavering faith. The text tells us, "be...
We all know that feeling. And it's a story as old as time. Or at least, as old as Isaac in the Book of Jubilees. The Philistines were not happy campers. They looked at Isaac, saw h...
It's a retelling and expansion of stories we find in Genesis, offering a slightly different perspective. Our focus? Chapter 24. It's a short, sharp account of Isaac and his struggl...
Our focus today is on Jacob, later to be named Israel, and a very specific moment in his journey. The text places him at the "Well of the Oath" – Beersheba in Hebrew – in a very pa...
The Book of Jubilees, an ancient Jewish text expanding on the Torah, speaks to just that feeling. It tells a story of wells, oaths, and the sometimes-difficult path to peace. We pi...
We're going to dive into one of those today, straight from the Book of Jubilees. Now, the Book of Jubilees is a fascinating text. It’s considered apocryphal by many, meaning it's n...
This ancient text, considered scripture by some and a fascinating historical lens by others, doesn't mince words. It speaks of destruction, of rooting out, and of expulsion. Harsh ...
The Book of Jubilees, an ancient Jewish text, offers a glimpse into that very notion, sometimes with chilling detail. Jubilees, which some consider to be part of the Pseudepigrapha...
Sometimes, the answers lie in unexpected places – like the Book of Jubilees. It’s an ancient Jewish text, considered by some to be part of the biblical canon, though it's not inclu...
We're going to be talking about Jacob, and a very specific moment in his life as found in the Book of Jubilees. Now, the Book of Jubilees—sometimes called Lesser Genesis—is a fasci...
to a fascinating passage from the Book of Jubilees, a text considered sacred by some, a valuable historical document by others. In it, we hear Jacob, later to be known as Israel, w...
We get glimpses in the Torah, of course, but sometimes other ancient texts offer fascinating expansions on those stories. Take the Book of Jubilees, for example. It's an ancient Je...
A mother, hands placed gently on her child's head, bestowing not just love, but something…more. Something divinely inspired. We find a beautiful instance of this in the Book of Jub...
to a blessing from the Book of Jubilees. It’s a fascinating text, considered apocryphal by some, meaning it's not included in the standard Hebrew Bible, but it's still treasured by...
In it, we find a powerful blessing, overflowing with hope for the future. This blessing is delivered by a parent to their child, and it's rich with imagery of fertility, peace, and...
to a beautiful, intimate moment from the Book of Jubilees, a text considered sacred by some, and a fascinating window into ancient Jewish thought for us all. We find ourselves with...
We’re talking about the infamous story of Isaac, Jacob, Esau, and Rebekah – that tangled web of sibling rivalry and parental favoritism. The Book of Jubilees, expanding on the Gene...
We're talking about Isaac, Rebecca, and their sons, Jacob and Esau. You probably know the basics. But the Book of Jubilees, a Jewish apocryphal text that expands on stories from Ge...
The story of Jacob and Esau, and their mother Rebecca, is a powerful, sometimes troubling, example of maternal love… and perhaps, a bit of manipulation. to the Book of Jubilees, a ...
We all know the story of Jacob and Esau. The twins, locked in a sibling rivalry that shaped a nation. But the Book of Jubilees, a fascinating text considered apocryphal by some, of...
Like, you read them and think, "Wait, did that really happen that way?" Let's talk about one of those moments. It's in the Book of Jubilees, chapter 26, and it's about Isaac, Jacob...
The story of Jacob and Esau is one of sibling rivalry, deception, and destiny. Today, we’re diving into a pivotal moment: Isaac unknowingly blessing Jacob instead of Esau, as recou...
We throw them around pretty casually these days, don't we? "Bless you" after a sneeze. "Have a blessed day." But what if a blessing held real, tangible power? What if it could shap...
We find ourselves right in the heart of that moment in the Book of Jubilees, chapter 26. It's a scene loaded with deception, a father's blindness, and a blessing that will echo thr...
That’s the gut-wrenching scene we find ourselves in as we open the Book of Jubilees, chapter 26. The patriarch Isaac has just unknowingly blessed his younger son, Jacob, instead of...
The story of Esau is a masterclass in that feeling. We all know the story of Jacob and Esau. The twins. Jacob, the trickster, ends up getting the birthright and the blessing intend...
That feeling, that burning resentment, is at the heart of our story today, straight from the Book of Jubilees, a text that expands on the stories we find in the Torah itself. We’re...
to a juicy little episode from the Book of Jubilees, chapter 27, and see what kind of familial kerfuffles our ancestor Jacob found himself in. Remember Jacob and Esau? Those twins,...
We’re stepping back into the lives of Jacob and Rebecca, a mother and son navigating a complex web of familial expectations and divine promises. Jacob, as you might recall, is dest...
We often hear about blessings, but let’s zero in on one specific instance, a poignant moment from the Book of Jubilees, chapter 27. It's a moment brimming with history, hope, and a...
The Book of Jubilees, a fascinating text considered scripture in some traditions, gives us a glimpse. It fills in gaps in the biblical narrative, offering a more detailed and somet...
Sibling rivalry at its absolute worst. Well, the Book of Jubilees gives us a glimpse into the immediate aftermath, offering a comforting, if brief, look at Jacob's state of mind, a...
That’s the feeling I get whenever I read the story of Jacob’s dream in the Book of Jubilees. Here’s the scene: Jacob, all alone on a journey. The sun is setting, and he’s far from ...
This book, considered apocryphal by some but deeply important to others, offers a unique perspective on familiar biblical stories. We're looking specifically at Chapter 27. Imagine...
He wasn’t just tired and looking for a place to rest his head. He stumbled upon something truly extraordinary. After a long journey, Jacob uses a stone as a pillow. He falls asleep...
And his story, preserved in texts like the Book of Jubilees, is a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world of faith, family, and promises. The passage we're looking at comes from...
Jacob, madly in love with Rachel, works seven long years for her hand in marriage. Seven years! That’s dedication. That’s commitment. But the wedding night… oh, that’s where things...
The story of Jacob, Leah, and Rachel – now that's a tangle! It all boils down to love, deception, and the weight of heavenly decrees. Jacob, as we know, was head-over-heels for Rac...
The Book of Jubilees, for those unfamiliar, is an ancient Jewish text that retells stories from Genesis and Exodus, but with extra details, moral lessons, and a very specific calen...
