Bible

The manna was not only a gift of food, but also a tangible sign of God's relationship with the Children of Israel.

The instruction not to provoke the descendants of Esau reminds us that there is always potential for family reconciliation.

How can we reconcile Pinchas' act of zealous violence and the covenant of peace he receives?

Miriam, whose death is recorded in Parashat Chukat, embodied the honor and glory of the women of Israel.

Comparing Moses to Yiftah raises questions about when we should be people of speech and when we should be people of action.

Moses' response to Korach's challenge teaches us to reflect on our own actions in any situation of conflict or anger.

Balaam's death by sword at the hands of the Israelites is ironic retribution for his verbal power over them.

Though we may challenge the severity of Moses' and Aaron's punishment, we affirm sacredness by trying to comprehend it.

Unlike Jewish prophets, Balaam was merely a mouthpiece for the word of God, not an active participant.

The verses recited when the ark (and today the Torah) was carried remind us of our own restless wanderings.

We can all heed Moses' reminder to God, to live up to God's reputation of being slow to anger.

A midrash on the Sotah ritual emphasizes the lengths to which we go to bring peace between spouses.