Egypt

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Explore 2,514 Jewish texts related to the theme of Egypt, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

Jacob and the Heavenly Realms of Serah

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The story of Jacob and Serah offers a beautiful glimpse into that very mystery. Imagine Jacob, mourning the loss of his beloved son, Joseph. Years have passed, filled with sorrow a...

Jacob's Transgression of Joseph

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Perhaps they were discussing the old days, lost loved ones, or maybe even just the weather. We don’t know for sure, but it’s a safe bet Jacob wasn’t expecting what was about to hap...

Jacob's Legacy and Egypt

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Even a turban for Jacob himself! They were ready to journey to Egypt, to leave Canaan and dwell with Joseph. The word had spread and, according to Legends of the Jews, the kings an...

Divine Presence and Egypt

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That’s kind of how Jacob must have felt, facing the prospect of his family’s descent into Egypt. The stories tell us that Jacob, also known as Israel, was deeply concerned about th...

Jacob's Journey of Egypt

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It's often in those details that the real magic lies. Take Jacob, for example. We know he journeyed from Canaan to Egypt, a pivotal moment for his family and, ultimately, for the e...

Jacob's Journey and Judah

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He sends Judah ahead, not just to find a place to stay, but to build a Bet ha-Midrash – a house of study. Why? What was the real reason behind this seemingly simple act? The Legend...

Jacob in Joseph's Time and Pharaoh

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He’s risen from slavery to become a ruler, second only to Pharaoh himself! But beneath the surface of power, there’s a whisper of doubt, a nagging feeling that he’s still seen as a...

Joseph Among the Fathers and Egypt

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It wasn't just a quiet family reunion. Oh no, it was a spectacle! Imagine this: Joseph, now the powerful viceroy of Egypt, is preparing to meet his father. But he's not doing it al...

Joseph's Vision and Egypt

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The story unfolds as Jacob, after years of heartbreaking separation, is finally reunited with his beloved son, Joseph, in Egypt. Imagine the scene: Joseph, now a powerful figure ad...