King David

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Explore 2,123 Jewish texts related to the theme of King David, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

Foundations of Being of Rabbis

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Specifically, they looked closely at the verse: "A feast is made for laughter, wine cheers the living, and money answers everything" (Ecclesiastes 10:18). Now, on the surface, that...

Choirs of Angels and Curses

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Kohelet Rabbah, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Ecclesiastes, delves into this very human experience, urging us to be mindful of our thoughts and words, esp...

Rabbi Beivai and Creation

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Today, we’re diving into a passage from Kohelet Rabbah, a collection of rabbinic interpretations of the Book of Ecclesiastes, that explores this very idea through the verse: “Cast ...

Rabbi Eliezer and the Patriarchs

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"Distribute a portion to seven, and also to eight, as you do not know what evil will be upon the earth" (Ecclesiastes 11:2). Simple enough. But what does it mean? That’s where Kohe...

First Days of Existence and Look

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The Rabbis in Kohelet Rabbah delve deep into this verse, unpacking its layers of meaning. Rabbi Pinḥas and Rabbi Ḥilkiya, in the name of Rabbi Simon, pose a crucial question: When ...

Solomon and Moses of Uprightness

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It wasn't just about accumulating knowledge, but about understanding the very essence of reward, redemption, and the mysteries of the universe. Let's delve into a fascinating passa...

Rabbi Eliezer and the Lawgiver

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It all starts with a verse from Ecclesiastes (12:11): "The words of the wise are like goads, and like nails well fastened are the collectors of wisdom; they are given from one shep...

Abraham: Ishmael and the Origins of the World

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"These are the names of the children of Israel who came to Egypt with Jacob; each came with his household" – that’s how the Book of Exodus begins. But what does that have to do wit...

Jacob and the Origins of the World

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It's rarely just repetition. Often, it's about adding layers of meaning, offering a deeper appreciation for what came before. Take the very beginning of the Book of Exodus. We’re i...