Tag: Midrash

The text discusses the concept of flags in the Jewish tradition, drawing from sources in the Torah and Midrash.
Jessica Jacobs' poetry collection "Unalone" delves into the Torah portions in Genesis, presenting poetic responses to each, blending interpretive, personal, scholarly, and creative elements.
The article emphasizes the importance of including the stories of enslaved Jewish women in the Passover Seder narrative, focusing on the challenges faced by these women during the Exodus from Egypt.
Netflix's No. 1 show, "Testament: The Story of Moses," a documentary series about Moses, stands out for its atypical focus on religious content in a landscape dominated by dramas and reality TV.
Rabbi Yosef Shalom Elyashiv suggested that in ancient times, one person studying Torah was considered enough spiritual protection for a soldier, while today it might require ten Torah students per soldier.
In the text discussing Parashat Vayakhel, the focus is on the construction of the Mishkan, the Tabernacle, with intricate details provided for its materials and components.
In these two poems from "Knock-knock," Owen Lewis explores Jewish themes and questions.
In this essay by Maya Rosen, it is explored what it means to be in exile from a Jewish perspective.
The text discusses a Midrash about the significance of animals in relation to the Jewish people.
The best Jewish children's books of 2023 cover a wide range of themes and settings.
The Parashah of the week, Bereshit, marks the beginning of the annual Torah cycle.
Rabbi Julia Watts Belser, a disabled woman, approaches Torah and Jewish tradition from a disability perspective, aiming to center the wisdom of queer, feminist, and disabled Jews.
Succos, known as the Days of Joy, comes after a period of intense repentance during the High Holidays.
In her book "Biblical Women Speak: Hearing Their Voices Through New and Ancient Midrash," Rabbi Marla J. Feldman focuses on bringing attention to neglected female characters in the Bible, such as Keturah, Bat Shua, Bilhah, and Noa.
This text discusses the interpretation of a midrash in Midrash Tehillim where King David asks God to reward those who read and recite Psalms as if they studied the topics of skin lesions and tent impurities.
Artist Yulia Iosilzons' vibrant and whimsical paintings at the Carvalho Park gallery in Brooklyn reimagine the story of Noah's Ark, infusing it with Jewish symbolism and a sense of joy and life.
Victoria Redel's poetry collection, "Paradise," offers a rich exploration of human experiences, ranging from eros to grief, Spinoza to diaspora.
The article reflects on the author's personal experience of infertility and how it relates to the biblical stories of Rachel, Rebecca, and Sarah.
This article explores the role of humor and laughter in the face of tragedy, focusing specifically on the example of Rabbi Akiva's laughter during the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem.
The text examines the story of Adam and Eve and the primordial sin, offering new interpretations that challenge traditional views.
The article explores the relationship between Abraham and his sons, Isaac and Ishmael.
This article explores the relationship between Abraham and his two sons, Ishmael and Isaac, in the context of the story of the binding of Isaac.
The article explores the concept of modesty in the biblical character of Ruth.
In this episode of Unorthodox, the guest, Liz Lange (previously known as Liz Steinberg), discusses her family's rise and fall, including her uncle Saul Steinberg, a corporate raider.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Simi Peters, an author and teacher, discusses the intersection of Jewish faith and postmodernism.