Jewish Texts

How she waited and prayed patiently for a child and was rewarded.

The prophet Elijah is so zealous for God, he loses his job.

The first haftarah of oppression (for Parashat Matot or Parashat Pinhas), and the haftarah read by Sephardim for Parashat Shemot.

How the Midrash interprets Serah's role in Israelite history.

God tells the people of Israel what He really wants.

How they met and the economic support she offered him.

Having a king won't necessarily make life easier for the 12 tribes of Israel.

The role of the wife of Rabbi Nahman in the Babylonian Talmud.

A warrior, once shunned, regains his rightful place at the head of the battle.

Learning to overcome setbacks, just like the Israelites.

An example of ancient surrogate motherhood and the biblical destiny of the child.

Though betrayed by Israel's unfaithfulness, God will reconcile with the people like a husband who cannot stop loving his wife.