Moses

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Explore 3,717 Jewish texts related to the theme of Moses, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

Giving of the Torah and Anger

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The story, as told in Midrash Tehillim, is truly terrifying. Imagine Moses, up on Mount Sinai, receiving the Torah. A moment of ultimate revelation. And down below? The Israelites,...

Avner and the Origins of the World

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Even King David, the sweet singer of Israel, knew what that felt like. Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms, delves deep into David's st...

Miriam and Moses of Cushite

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Isn't it fascinating how language can be so fluid, so open to interpretation? The Midrash starts with a rather stark statement: "Speak differently about the words of Cush. It is in...

Habakkuk and the Lawgiver

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It’s a question that’s plagued humanity for ages, and it’s something the ancient rabbis wrestled with too. Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic teachings on the Book of Psalm...

Adam and the Origins of the World

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We often picture them as these serene, obedient beings, but some ancient texts paint a different picture. A picture where angels actually… argue with God. That's exactly what we fi...

Mount Sinai and Creation

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It’s not just about remembering a historical event; it’s about something far more profound. Midrash Tehillim 8, a commentary on the Book of Psalms, delves into the very heart of th...

Abraham and the Origins of the World

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That feeling, that confrontation with the vastness of creation, is something Jewish tradition wrestles with too. How do we, tiny humans, fit into this grand cosmic tapestry? Midras...

Wisdom of Solomon and Yashar

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Why we don't have all the answers, especially when it comes to the big questions like, "What's the ultimate reward for doing good?" Midrash Tehillim 9, a beautiful exploration with...

Amalek and the Origins of the World

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Today, let's delve into Midrash Tehillim 9, a fascinating exploration of Psalm 44:6, "You rebuked nations." This verse, seemingly simple, becomes a springboard for a deep dive into...