Tanakh

The story of the family that will become the people of Israel is seen as the focus of a larger, universal history.

An analysis of the book read on Shavuot.

The Book of Daniel has very little information about Daniel himself.

In a disorderly, violent time, as Israel fought for land and survival, Deborah was called--and stepped forward--to aid her people.

The controversial Book of Ezekiel nearly didn't make it into the biblical canon, but it has had a lasting impact on both liturgical practice and mystical traditions.

While the Shema has been seen as a declaration of absolute monotheism, it has other meanings in its biblical and liturgical contexts.

Scholars have long disagreed on the central message of the Book of Jonah.

A remarkable discovery with eternal repercussions

Sometimes seen as inaccessible, Leviticus nevertheless contains important material about holiness.

The Judean and Israelite monarchies from the rise of King Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem.