Jewish Texts

A Midrash on the 10 plagues reminds us to recognize any good that has been done for us.

The name Gershom, and the word for Hebrew, Ivri, carry a message about what it means to be Jewish.

The final book of the Bible recounts the nation's history, but what it emphasizes and de-emphasizes is telling.

In Isaiah 40-66, the prophet(s) built on the theological paradigms of Isaiah ben Amoz (Isaiah 1-39).

Those who returned from Babylonia sought to reclaim Judah's former glory, despite major challenges.

Hosea and Amos share prophetic concern for a nation in turmoil.

They struggled to reconcile the words of earlier prophets.

Two popular and enigmatic prophets

Despite the cynical tone of Ecclesiastes, it has been given a place of joy and honor in the Jewish cycle of readings.

Isaiah's greatness lies not only in his ethical teachings, but in his central involvement — and prophetic intervention — in the political events of his day.