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Shemot Rabbah (a classical collection of Rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Exodus) explores this very human dynamic, and it hits surprisingly close to home. The text opens wi...
It’s a question that delves into the very heart of our tradition, and Shemot Rabbah (Exodus Rabbah) offers some pretty powerful insights. Let's unpack it. The verse in question is ...
The Torah tells us, "He was there with the Lord forty days and forty nights; he did not eat bread, and he did not drink water. He wrote upon the tablets the words of the covenant, ...
What did he eat? Did he even sleep? to what Shemot Rabbah, a classical collection of Rabbinic homilies on the Book of Exodus, tells us. The verse from Exodus 34:27, "The Lord said ...
It’s a question that’s intrigued Jewish thinkers for centuries. How did he know when a day had passed, when night had fallen, without the usual cues? The answer, as we find in Shem...
Today, let's delve into a passage from Shemot Rabbah, a compilation of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Exodus, specifically section 47. It reveals a surprising strategy emp...
Specifically, in Shemot Rabbah 48, we find a fascinating exploration of the power of a good name. The passage begins with Moses announcing Betzalel's appointment to oversee the con...
What's in a name? More than you might think. Our tradition teaches that a good name is more valuable than even the finest oils. But why? Let's delve into a fascinating passage from...
The Torah portion of Terumah introduces us to Betzalel, the artisan chosen to construct the Mishkan, the Tabernacle. But where did he get all that skill? Shemot Rabbah, a classical...
