Jewish Texts

Here are numerous reasons for choosing Joshua as the haftarah for Simchat Torah.

A short biography.

Elijah takes on Ahab and worshippers of Baal.

A prophecy of destruction for Egypt.

Deborah leads a nation in war and sings a victory song.

Jeremiah taunts the Egyptians.

There are many motivators for fighting injustice.

Promises of hope, threats of destruction.

David's parting words to his son Solomon.

Wisdom and how to wield it.

Ezekiel promises: The divided kingdoms of Judah and Israel will one day be united.

Looking toward the rebuilding of the Temple.