Heaven

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Explore 2,290 Jewish texts related to the theme of Heaven, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

Ishmael: Esau at the Dawn of Creation

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It turns out, you're in good company. Or, perhaps, bad company. Midrash Tehillim, a fascinating collection of interpretations on the Book of Psalms, dives deep into the hidden thou...

Heavenly Hosts Above and David

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Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms, offers a fascinating glimpse into this very question, and it all starts with a single verse: “For ...

Kingdom of David and Arise

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The ancient Jewish texts resonate deeply with this feeling, offering glimpses into moments where even David, the legendary king, felt overwhelmed. to a fascinating passage from Mid...

When God Created and Arise

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Today, let's dive into Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms, specifically Psalm 17, to explore this idea. The verse we're focusing on is...

David and the Heavenly Realms of Presence

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Midrash Tehillim, an ancient collection of interpretations on the Book of Psalms, offers a powerful, almost startling answer: tzedakah, charity. But not just any kind of giving. It...

Foundations of Being and Gibeonites

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The text opens with a discussion of "rana," which can be translated as a cry or supplication. But it's not just any cry; it's a cry of righteousness. The Midrash draws a parallel t...

Saul in Heaven

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And his story, as explored in Midrash Tehillim, offers a fascinating glimpse into faith, doubt, and the unwavering mercy of God. Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teaching...

Acts of Creation and David

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He was constantly battling enemies, both within himself and without. And the Book of Psalms? It's full of his raw, honest prayers for deliverance. to Midrash Tehillim, a collection...

The Golden Calf and Yitzhak

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And down below? The Israelites, impatient, scared, and feeling abandoned, decide to build themselves a new god – a golden calf. Talk about a betrayal. The Midrash paints a vivid pi...