Angels

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Explore 1,257 Jewish texts related to the theme of Angels, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

Lot Among the Heavenly Host

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But even he wasn't setting a great example. You see, according to tradition, a man should be ready to risk everything to protect his wife and daughters. But Lot? Well, he was willi...

Destruction of Sodom of Zoar

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Take the story of Lot, Abraham's nephew, and the destruction of Sodom. We all know the story. God, disgusted by the wickedness of Sodom and Gomorrah, decides to destroy them. But A...

Sarah: Abraham's Journey

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Ever find yourself in a sticky situation, and think, "Didn't I just do this?" Well, let's talk about Abraham. He's about to have a serious case of déjà vu. After leaving Egypt, Abr...

Kingdom of Abraham and Isaac

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They were old when they finally had Isaac. We're talking ancient! So, naturally, people had questions. Naysayers abounded. The big question on everyone's lips was, "Can a hundred-y...

Abraham's Offering and Isaac

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We all know the story of Abraham and Isaac, the binding, the near sacrifice. But the details, as the legends tell it, are astonishing. Imagine the scene: Abraham, hand raised, knif...

Death of Abraham and Thou

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That’s kind of what happened to Abraham. God promised him the entire land of Canaan, a massive inheritance for him and his descendants. But when his beloved wife Sarah passed away,...

Marriage of Isaac and Abraham

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Abraham certainly did, especially when it came to finding a wife for his son, Isaac. He was very particular. You see, Abraham knew the importance of lineage and shared values. Ther...

Bethuel Among the Heavenly Host

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Remember, Abraham, wanting to secure a future for his son within his own lineage, sent Eliezer on this crucial mission. But it wasn't just a simple "go find a nice girl" kind of er...

Rebecca Among the Heavenly Host

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Remember, Eliezer had journeyed to Haran to find a suitable wife for Isaac. Now, his return was nothing short of miraculous. The Midrash tells us that what should have been a seven...