Bible

Israel's first king was a controversial ruler.

A biblical scholar reviews the historical claims of the biblical book of Exodus.

The impact of Judaism's transformative event is felt by the other monotheistic religions.

How modern scholars explain the origins and authorship of Judaism's foundational text.

Despite their focus on life, priests are permitted to attend to their closest relatives in death.

The days between Passover and Shavuot are a time of great vulnerability and profound opportunity.

Our changing observance of the period between Passover and Shavuot reflects our sensitivity to the realities of our history.

Circumcision, with all its pain, reminds us of our partnership with God and the pain of fixing a broken world.

The different miracles performed before the Israelites and before the Egyptians symbolize the different messages communicated to each group.

The miracle of the ram caught in the bushes was that, in the final moment, Abraham was able to perceive it as an alternative to sacrificing his son.

An introduction to the different methods Jews have used to read the Bible throughout history.

Most Israelite prophets predicted the future to coax better behavior, but Nahum dwelt on the past to valorize Israel.