Soul

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Explore 2,042 Jewish texts related to the theme of Soul, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

From Nothing to Everything and Shmuel

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Our tradition grapples with this very human feeling, especially when it comes to our spiritual lives. Vayikra Rabbah, a Midrashic text that delves into the book of Leviticus (Vayik...

Court of Solomon

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to a fascinating passage from Vayikra Rabbah, specifically chapter 4, which wrestles with the verse, "Also for the soul to be without knowledge is not good, and one who hastens wit...

Breath of Life

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I'm not talking about your personality or your quirks, but the very engine that drives your being. What are the key components? Our sages pondered this deeply. They weren’t doctors...

First Days of Existence and Yishmael

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Jewish tradition has some powerful, and frankly, pretty wild ways of thinking about sin, responsibility, and the ultimate judgment. to a fascinating passage from Vayikra Rabbah, a ...

Job and Creation

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They explored the concept of collective responsibility – how the deeds of one individual can affect the entire group. And what they came up with is The Vayikra Rabbah, a Midrash – ...

Kingdom of David and Bless

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The Rabbis certainly did. one fascinating interpretation from Vayikra Rabbah, specifically Vayikra Rabbah 4, that unlocks layers of meaning in King David's timeless words. Rabbi Yo...

Hidden Secrets of Creation

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The Midrash, specifically Vayikra Rabbah 4, offers a powerful, poetic answer. It's not just about rote praise, but about a deep understanding of the relationship between the human ...

Shevna and David

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Today, we're diving into a fascinating story from Vayikra Rabbah, a Midrash (rabbinic commentary) on the Book of Leviticus, that explores just that. It's a story of ambition, betra...

Moses in the Wilderness and Spirit

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This week, we're diving into Vayikra Rabbah 6, a fascinating passage that wrestles with the complexities of truth, testimony, and our relationship with both God and each other. It ...