Rebellion in Jewish Mythology

35 myths · Page 2 of 2

Korah's revolt, the golden calf, and the stories of those who defied God, Moses, or the sages, and what happened next.
Myth 5 min

Korah Keeps His Mouth Shut Against Moses

Moses pleads. Korah answers with nothing, fearing soft words will bend him. Dathan and Abiram spit Egypt back as paradise, then refuse to come up.

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Myth 6 min

On's Wife Cut Her Hair and Hid Him From Korah

While Korah marched two hundred and fifty princes, On's wife poured wine, unbound her hair, and blocked the door until the earth closed.

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Myth 5 min

A Captive of War Bred a Rebel Son for David

Maacah was the daughter of Talmai, king of Geshur, and David wanted her while he was out at war. Her son was Absalom, who split the kingdom in two.

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Myth 5 min

The Earth Opened Its Mouth Under Korah's Own Feet

Two hundred fifty censers were still smoking when the dust rose and the screams cut short. A child dropped a jug in the camp and nobody scolded him.

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Myth 7 min

When Korah Drew Hearts With Soft Words Alone

Korah seizes no rope and no staff. Soft speech gathers the great of Israel until a camp walks after a man who never raises his hand.

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