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.

Elijah and the Origins of the World

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In fact, it goes even deeper. Vayikra Rabbah, a fascinating collection of Midrashic teachings on the Book of Leviticus, opens up this very idea. It begins with the verse, "Command ...

Shelomit and the Heavenly Realms

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We're diving into a fascinating little corner of the book of Leviticus, specifically Vayikra Rabbah 32, and trust me, it’s juicier than it sounds. The passage in Leviticus 24:10-11...

David and the Angels and Curses

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This isn't just about political correctness; it's about the power of our words, our thoughts, and their ripple effects in the cosmos. Rabbi Avin kicks things off with a powerful id...

Levi and the Lawgiver of Egyptian

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to one such tale, found in Vayikra Rabbah 32, a collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Leviticus. The passage begins with a seemingly simple statement: "And he was t...

Mission of Moses and Elazar

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The verse we’re exploring today comes from Vayikra Rabbah 34, which is part of the larger collection of Midrashim that interpret the Book of Leviticus. It begins with the phrase, "...

Hillel at the Dawn of Creation

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They had a knack for seeing the sacred in the mundane, and Vayikra Rabbah (Leviticus Rabbah), a collection of rabbinic teachings on the book of Leviticus, is full of such gems. to ...

Lamp of Prophecy

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Jewish tradition grapples with this tension constantly, especially when it comes to giving to the poor. And sometimes, the answers we find are… well, unexpected. to a fascinating, ...

Heavenly Realms and Esau

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Vayikra Rabbah, a fascinating collection of rabbinic interpretations on the Book of Leviticus, delves into this very question, challenging us to examine our motivations and the imp...

Sin of the First Pair and Isaiah

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It turns out, according to ancient wisdom, there just might be. to Vayikra Rabbah 34 and see what treasures we can unearth. Our journey begins with a verse from Isaiah (58:8): "The...