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Why the Maccabees Aren’t in the Bible
The books that tell the Hanukkah tale didn't make it into the Hebrew Bible -- but they are in the Catholic one.
Judaism on Sibling Relationships
Judaism recognizes that sibling relationships are very important, and can be very challenging.
The Promise of the Promised Land
In the Bible, possession of the Land of Israel is tied to moral behavior.
The Book of Chronicles
The final book of the Bible recounts the nation's history, but what it emphasizes and de-emphasizes is telling.
Ezra and Nehemiah
Those who returned from Babylonia sought to reclaim Judah's former glory, despite major challenges.