Matriarchs

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Explore 649 Jewish texts related to the theme of Matriarchs, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

Angels of Mercy and Abraham

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The Shemot Rabbah, a classic collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Exodus, offers a breathtakingly intimate perspective on that pivotal moment. Specifically, Shemot...

Aaron: Moses at the Dawn of Creation

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Our starting point is the verse "This month shall be for you" (Exodus 12:2). But Shemot Rabbah, in its characteristic way, finds a connection to Micah 6:4: "I sent Moses, Aaron, an...

Akhish in Heaven

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It turns out this very human experience is deeply rooted in Jewish tradition. We find this idea beautifully explored in Shemot Rabbah, specifically in its interpretation of the ver...

Pharaoh: Abraham and Creation

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Get out as fast as possible! But Exodus 13:17 tells us, "It was when Pharaoh let the people go, God did not lead them via the land of the Philistines, although it was near, as God ...

Heroines of Israel and Canaanites

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But the Torah tells us, "God did not lead them [naḥam]" that way. (Exodus 13:17). So, what gives? There's more to this story than meets the eye. The Rabbis of the Midrash, specific...

Cain and Creation

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Shemot Rabbah, a collection of rabbinic homilies on the Book of Exodus, dives deep into this idea, using the verse "If you lend money to My people" (Exodus 22:24) as a springboard ...

Abraham's Transgression and Sarah

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Shir HaShirim Rabbah, a Midrashic commentary on the Song of Songs, dives deep into the verse where God tells Abraham, “Go you from your land, from your birthplace” (Genesis 12:1). ...

Rabbi Shimon's Legacy

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It's not just a love poem; it's a wellspring of teachings, and today we're diving into Shir HaShirim Rabbah 4 to explore a fascinating story about marriage, devotion, and the power...

Rainbow Promise and Jerusalem

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It's like peeling back an onion, only instead of tears, you find profound insights. Let's take a dive into a fascinating passage from Shir HaShirim Rabbah, a collection of rabbinic...