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Your name is tied to your identity, your reputation. But what about God’s name? What does that tell us? The story goes that Moses, finally convinced he had to be the one to lead th...
Well, according to legend, Moses actually got pretty close. The stories tell us that Moses, yearning for a deeper connection with the divine, pleaded with God to reveal His Great a...
The Torah is full of these kinds of startling transformations, and the story of Moses' rod is a perfect example. It’s more than just a cool magic trick; it’s a lesson about power, ...
The legends tell us that God, in His infinite wisdom, gave Moses a glimpse into the years to come, specifically concerning his own life and fate. This wasn't a simple prophecy, but...
A monumental task. You'd think Moses would be ecstatic, ready to roll up his sleeves and get to work. But no, Moses hesitates. He's not exactly thrilled about the prospect. He rais...
Moses, fresh from his encounter with the burning bush, is now tasked with the monumental job of leading the Israelites out of Egypt. He’s got a bit of an edge, maybe a little too m...
According to Ginzberg's masterful retelling in Legends of the Jews, Moses didn't exactly jump for joy when he got the divine call. In fact, he voiced some pretty significant doubts...
Sounds daunting. Now, imagine that you are convinced you’re not eloquent enough to pull it off. That’s precisely the situation Moses found himself in. As Ginzberg recounts in Legen...
Sounds epic. But Moses wasn't so sure. He argued. He pleaded. According to Legends of the Jews, compiled by Louis Ginzberg, Moses didn't just meekly accept his divine mission. He s...
