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My Unconventional Hebrew Name
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Return to Yourself
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Shoftim – Why is the Rabbinic law legitimate?
One of the key verses in the Bible providing the basis for the obligation to listen to the rulings of rabbis is found in this week’s Torah portion.
The Story of Rachel and Leah: Lessons in Love and Sisterhood
The tale of Rachel and Leah is one of two remarkable women who played pivotal roles in the formation of our nation and taught us valuable lessons about love and sisterhood. Their story is not only...
Joseph from the Bible: A Man of Dreams, Triumphs and Great Leadership
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Is Poverty Part of God’s Plan?
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Ekev – What is a Blessing?
This week’s Torah portion contains the commandment to bless God after eating.
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The Israel Bible will succeed in helping readers of Tanakh better understand its geographical context and better perceive some of its contemporary resonances.
Rabbi Dr. Shalom Carmy
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When you open The Israel Bible and see… lessons about Israel, you see that Israel is the Torah’s main theme and begin to understand the major role that it plays.
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