Repentance

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Explore 1,298 Jewish texts related to the theme of Repentance, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

Shem and the Origins of the World

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just one example, straight from Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic commentaries on the Book of Psalms. We're diving into Psalm 76, verse 2: "His tabernacle was in Shalem, a...

Life of Moses and Nathan

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Our Sages grappled with this fleeting nature of existence, too. In Midrash Tehillim, a collection of interpretations on the Book of Psalms, we find a poignant reflection on the bre...

Solomon at the Dawn of Creation

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They turned to midrash, a method of interpreting scripture that fills in gaps, answers questions, and breathes life into the text. Today, we're diving into a fascinating passage fr...

Judgment of the Wicked and Egyptians

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Midrash Tehillim, a collection of homiletic interpretations on the Book of Psalms, dives right into that question when it grapples with the plagues visited upon Egypt. Specifically...

Moses and Creation and the Wilderness

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The blast of the shofar, that ancient ram's horn, isn't just some ritualistic noise. It’s a call to action, a reminder, and, if we listen closely, a whisper from the Divine. Midras...

Light of the First Day and Sabbatical

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Midrash Tehillim, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Psalms, offers a fascinating glimpse into this bond, specifically in its commentary on Psalm 85, attribute...

Cosmic Origins and Pinchas

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Jewish tradition offers a comforting image of how God deals with our shortcomings. It's found within Midrash Tehillim, a collection of interpretive teachings on the Book of Psalms....

Ahithophel's Legacy

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David, our King, isn't shy about expressing that vulnerability. "Turn to me and be gracious to me," he cries out. It's a raw, human plea. He's not just asking for a blessing; he's ...

Gift of Torah

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Our ancestors grappled with the very same feeling. And in the beautiful tapestry of Jewish tradition, we find wisdom woven into stories, like this gem from Midrash Tehillim, a coll...