Tag: Biblical Characters

The text discusses the contrast between Michelangelo's spiritual journey towards the end of his life, marked by introspection and a realization of potentially misplaced priorities in his art, and Moses' unwavering dedication to his mission until his last breath as depicted in Jewish Midrash.
The Etgar Quiz No. 246 poses questions related to Jewish history and trivia, such as the number of spies who brought back a good report about the land of Israel, the first place Avram came to in the Land of Israel, Ishmael's mother's name, the first Prime Minister of Israel, the date of the establishment of the state of Israel, and the country that gave Israel the menorah statue outside the Knesset.
In this poem, the author reflects on the story of Rahab from the Hebrew Bible.
Ilana Pardes' book, "Ruth: A Migrant's Tale," explores the biblical story of Ruth and its various interpretations throughout history.
Selling under the guise of wholesome fun, "Pharisees: The Party Game" by Kenny and Elle Campbell has raised eyebrows for its troubling content.
Dr. Yael Ziegler, in her book "Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy," delves into the character of Ruth from the Bible, shedding light on her complexity as a female leader.
Eliav Grossman discusses the controversial practice of drinking on Purim, specifically focusing on Rava's statement that one must become intoxicated to the point of not distinguishing between cursed Haman and blessed Mordechai.
The text explores different motivations for religious commitment, focusing on the story of Jonah from the Bible.
The article outlines the portrayal of Jewish fathers in literature, highlighting 13 problematic examples spanning biblical figures like Abraham and Jacob to modern creations like Mr. Portnoy in Philip Roth's "Portnoy's Complaint."
Meir Shalev's book "Beginnings" delves into the Hebrew Bible with the aim of encouraging readers to rediscover the original text and make fresh personal discoveries.