Midrash Tehillim

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Moses and Solomon Venture Beyond the Firmament

Midrash Tehillim 91:1

The mystics certainly did. to a fascinating passage from Midrash Tehillim (a collection of homiletic interpretations of the Book of Psalms) that explores just that, focusing on Psa...

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Whoever Dwells in the Shelter of the Most High

Midrash Tehillim 91:2

Psalm 91 is all about that feeling, and Midrash Tehillim—an ancient collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms—dives deep into its meaning. The verse declares, "I...

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Hezekiah Studies Torah

Midrash Tehillim 91:3

Very seriously. to a fascinating, and frankly a little spooky, passage from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms. It touches on somethin...

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A Thousand May Fall but You Will Stand Firm

Midrash Tehillim 91:4

The verse we're looking at is "Let a thousand fall from your side." Now, what does that even mean? Rabbi Yitzhak offers a compelling idea: He connects this verse to the mitzvah (co...

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The Stones That Merged Beneath Jacob's Head

Midrash Tehillim 91:5

Our tradition is filled with such moments, and one of the most powerful surrounds Jacob's famous dream. We find it in the book of Genesis, where Jacob, fleeing from his brother Esa...

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Noah's Prayer

Midrash Tehillim 91:6

Our ancestors grappled with this too. And Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms, offers some fascinating perspectives on why, and what we...

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The Hidden Secrets of Creation Revealed on Shabbat

Midrash Tehillim 92:1

It's more than just a day off; it's a cornerstone of Jewish life, a sacred pause in the week. But why Shabbat (the Sabbath)? What makes it so special? Midrash Tehillim, a collectio...

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Sabbath — Adam at the Dawn of Creation

Midrash Tehillim 92:2

It's more than just challah and candles, you know. According to Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings on the Book of Psalms, the Sabbath is a powerful, almost tangib...

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Adam and Creation of Sabbath

Midrash Tehillim 92:3

It turns out, that feeling has deep roots in our tradition. Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings on the Book of Psalms, offers a fascinating perspective on this tra...

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Adam's First Shabbat in the Garden of Eden

Midrash Tehillim 92:5

According to Midrash Tehillim, a collection of insightful interpretations on the Book of Psalms, Adam, the first man, wasn't just plopped down anywhere. After being driven from the...

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What Are Your Deeds O God - The Great Abyss

Midrash Tehillim 92:6

Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations of the Book of Psalms, dives deep into this very conundrum in its commentary on Psalm 92. It begins with a powerful quest...

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When the Israelites Turned Their Pain into Prayer

Midrash Tehillim 92:7

The ancient Israelites knew that feeling well. And in their distress, they turned to the One above, voicing their pain, their hope, and their unwavering faith. In Midrash Tehillim,...

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Messiah at the Dawn of Creation

Midrash Tehillim 92:8

Midrash Tehillim, a collection of homiletic interpretations of the Book of Psalms, uses the image of the palm tree in Psalm 92 to unlock a fascinating perspective on the righteous,...

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God Is Righteous and Upright - Why We Need the Reminder

Midrash Tehillim 92:9

But within that simple word lies a profound truth, one that connects us to the very essence of faith and the enduring strength of the Jewish people. Midrash Tehillim, a collection ...

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How Adam and Moses Shaped Humanity's Bond with God

Midrash Tehillim 92:10

And wouldn't you know it, our tradition has some fascinating perspectives on this very issue, especially when it comes to our relationship with the Divine. to a passage from Midras...

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The Garments of Majesty That God Wears Before Nations

Midrash Tehillim 93:1

But according to ancient Jewish wisdom, it’s a question worth pondering. Especially when we’re talking about garments of majesty, strength, and even…vengeance. The book of Psalms (...

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The Messiah's Throne Was Established Before Creation

Midrash Tehillim 93:2

Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations of the Book of Psalms, explores this idea in a truly fascinating way. Rabbi Abbahu offers a parable: Imagine a king conqu...

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Primordial Waters of Chaos and How God Restrained Them

Midrash Tehillim 93:3

The ancient rabbis certainly did, and they wove some incredible tales to help us understand it. to one, found in Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the B...

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The Voice of God Hidden in the Roar of the Sea

Midrash Tehillim 93:5

We humans have always been drawn to the sea, mesmerized by its vastness and power. But what if it’s not just the crash of waves we're hearing? What if there's a deeper conversation...

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Why the Patriarchs Made God's Testimony Trustworthy

Midrash Tehillim 93:6

to a fascinating passage from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of interpretations on the Book of Psalms, specifically Psalm 93. The passage begins with a powerful statement: "Your te...

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When God's Vengeance Shines Through Seven Heavens

Midrash Tehillim 94:1

(Psalm 94:1) cries out, "God of vengeance, shine forth!" And in Midrash Tehillim, the collection of rabbinic teachings on the Book of Psalms, this verse opens a fascinating door in...

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Until Righteousness Returns Judgment Must Wait

Midrash Tehillim 94:2

Midrash Tehillim 94, a beautiful exploration of Psalm 94, grapples with this very feeling. It tells us, "For until righteousness returns, judgment will turn back, and after it all ...

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Destruction of the Temple

Midrash Tehillim 95:1

It's not always what you might expect. to a passage from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms, and see. The text begins with a stark sta...

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God Is a Great King Above All Gods in Psalm 95

Midrash Tehillim 95:2

You’re not alone. But maybe, just maybe, that feeling can point us toward something truly grand. Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings interpreting the Book of Psalm...

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Shabbat Among the Fathers

Midrash Tehillim 95:3

He taught that if the Israelites—and by extension, maybe even us—were to observe just one Shabbat (the Sabbath), that day of rest, according to all its intricate laws, redemption w...

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How God's Presence Moved from Sinai to Zion

Midrash Tehillim 99:1

It's more than just geography; it’s about the unfolding of divine presence in the world. Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings on the Book of Psalms, sheds light on ...

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Did Moses Serve as a Priest Before Aaron

Midrash Tehillim 99:2

We know Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt, received the Torah, and guided them through the wilderness. But did you know some traditions suggest he also served as High Priest? I...

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Adam and Creation of Cain

Midrash Tehillim 100:1

Today, we're diving into a fascinating passage from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations of the Book of Psalms, specifically Psalm 100, a psalm of thanksgivin...

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Should We Serve God with Joy or with Trembling

Midrash Tehillim 100:2

Jewish tradition has been wrestling with that very tension for centuries, especially when it comes to serving God. One verse tells us plainly: "Serve the Lord with joy." Simple eno...

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The Deeper Meaning of Entering God's Gates with Thanks

Midrash Tehillim 100:3

It's more than just saying "thank you." It's a way of connecting with something bigger than ourselves. Midrash Tehillim, a beautiful collection of interpretations on the Book of Ps...

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David Sings of Justice and Mercy in One Breath

Midrash Tehillim 101:1

The ancient rabbis wrestled with these ideas too, and left us some incredible insights in a collection called Midrash Tehillim, a deep dive into the Book of Psalms. Let's unpack a ...

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Who Deserves to Be Appointed as a Priest of God

Midrash Tehillim 101:2

The passage, attributed to both Rabbi Judah and Rabbi Nehemiah, wrestles with a very specific question: who should be appointed as a priest? It begins with God telling Moses, “Appo...

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Rod and Serpent of Tabernacle

Midrash Tehillim 101:3

Think of it as a secret decoder ring for understanding the deeper layers of King David's timeless songs. Today, we're diving into a fascinating little nugget from Midrash Tehillim,...

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The Poor Man's Prayer That Reaches God First

Midrash Tehillim 102:1

We find this tension beautifully explored in Midrash Tehillim, specifically in a section connected to Psalm 102, a psalm often associated with the suffering of the poor. It begins ...

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David Compares His Days to Withered Grass

Midrash Tehillim 102:2

It turns out, King David himself might have felt the same way. Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations of the Book of Psalms, delves into the complexities of Psa...

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Judah and the Lawgiver

Midrash Tehillim 102:3

The book of Psalms, Tehillim in Hebrew, is full of that raw, vulnerable feeling. And the Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Psalms, digs even deeper....

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Why Our Days Vanish Like Smoke Before God

Midrash Tehillim 102:4

Midrash Tehillim, a collection of homiletic interpretations of the Book of Psalms, grabs us right there. It starts with that very feeling, that fleeting sense of time slipping thro...

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Rosh Hashanah Before the Altar

Midrash Tehillim 102:6

Our tradition has a lot to say about that, especially when it comes to prayer and redemption. to a powerful passage from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings on the...

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David Blesses God for Healing Body and Soul

Midrash Tehillim 103:1

It's easy to take it all for granted, this amazing vessel that carries us through life. But maybe King David was onto something when he sang, "Bless the Lord, O my soul." That line...

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The Veil Between This World and the World of Praise

Midrash Tehillim 103:2

Midrash, the art of interpreting scripture through storytelling, gives us some fascinating ways to ponder that very question. to a passage from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of mi...

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Where Is the Soul and Where Is God's Place

Midrash Tehillim 103:3

Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic commentaries on the Book of Psalms, offers a breathtaking insight into the unknowability of God’s presence. It begins with King David's h...

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Rabbi Gamliel Beyond the Firmament

Midrash Tehillim 103:4

And as we learn from Midrash Tehillim, it’s a question that might be missing the point entirely. The Midrash, a collection of rabbinic teachings interpreting the Book of Psalms, te...

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How God Renews the Soul Like an Eagle in Flight

Midrash Tehillim 103:5

We often take the everyday wonders around us for granted, don't we? Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings that illuminate the Book of Psalms, encourages us to do jus...

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Elisha and the Angels

Midrash Tehillim 103:6

Take Psalm 103, for example. It’s a song of praise, a declaration of divine forgiveness and goodness. But Midrash Tehillim, an ancient collection of interpretations on the Book of ...

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God's Forgiveness Flows Like Rain on Parched Earth

Midrash Tehillim 103:8

Specifically, in Midrash Tehillim 103, we find a fascinating exploration of God's abundant forgiveness. The text opens with a simple statement: "Doing righteous deeds is of the Lor...

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As a Father Has Compassion for His Children

Midrash Tehillim 103:9

And it's an image that's explored beautifully in the Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms. (Psalm 103:13) says, "As a father has compass...

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Woe to the Dough That Says It Is Bad

Midrash Tehillim 103:10

Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms, offers a fascinating perspective on this internal struggle, particularly in its commentary on Psal...

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The Olive Branch That Symbolizes Israel's Resilience

Midrash Tehillim 103:11

Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings on the Book of Psalms, explores that very feeling in Psalm 103. It speaks of remembering God's commandments, and what that real...

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