Meir says — "the L–rd will war for you" — He will perform for

Mekhilta DeRabbi Yishmael Mekhilta Tractate Vayehi Beshalach 3:30

Curated by The Jewish Mythology Team · Published January 7, 2025

R. Meir says: "the L–rd will war for you": He will perform for you miracles and (acts of) strength, and you will stand still. Israel asked Moses our teacher: "What can we do?" He answered: You exalt Him and accord song, praise, grandeur and glory to the Master of wars, viz. (Psalms 149:6) "The praises of G–d in their throats", and (Ibid. 57:6) "Be exalted over the heavens, O G–d; over all the earth, Your glory", and (Isaiah 25:1) "O L–rd, You are my G–d. I will exalt You. I will praise Your name for You wrought wondrously. Counsels from afar, enduring in faith."

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Moses Prophecy Miracles Charity Holy Land

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