Tag: Pharaoh

The text discusses the cyclical nature of Jewish existence, focusing on the story of Passover as a central narrative in Judaism.
The Pesach quiz covers various aspects of the biblical Exodus story.
The author reflects on the current state of Israel, likening the leadership to different Pharaohs and emphasizing the need for democratic action to bring about change.
Rabbi Misha Shulman has created a unique play, "Pharaoh," that retells the biblical Exodus story from Pharaoh's perspective using the traditional Indian dance form of Kathakali.
Misha Shulman's play "Pharaoh" delves into the character of the villain from the Exodus story, aiming to humanize him and explore his relationship with his son, challenging traditional narratives.
In "Ki Ani Hashem: A Literary Analysis of the Makkot," Joshua Z. Shapiro explores the purpose and significance of the ten plagues brought upon Pharaoh and the Egyptians.
The article discusses the notion that the yetzer hara (evil inclination) uses a strategy similar to Pharaoh's in keeping the Jewish people so busy that they don't have time to rebel against him.
The Parashah of Mikketz delves into the significance of dreams in the Torah, portraying them as divine messages needing interpretation.
The tradition of getting rid of hametz (leavened products) for Passover has its roots in the story of Joseph in the Bible.
This article argues that progressive Jews should reframe their understanding of the plagues in the Passover story.
In this article, the author explores the significance of God's redirection of the Israelites from the land of the Philistines to the Sea of Reeds (Yam Suf) during their journey from Egypt to Canaan.
The new coffee-table Humash, titled the Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel, combines the Masoretic text and a new English translation by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks with an effort to provide historical and archaeological context.
The Talmud presents a discussion on the actions of Moses' parents in response to Pharaoh's decree to cast Hebrew baby boys into the Nile.
The text explores the significance of viewing oneself as personally having left Egypt in the context of the Passover Haggadah's directive.
The text explores the concept of waiting, distinguishing between futile waiting and productive waiting, which it terms gestational waiting.
The text discusses the anonymity and lack of names in the Book of Exodus (Shemot), particularly focusing on the character of Moses.