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Haftarah for Lech-Lecha

God has not abandoned His people.

My Jewish Learning: Lekh L'kha: Pardes 5769

Although it may derive from Islamic or pagan culture, the hamsa today has become a Jewish and Israeli symbol.

Isaiah 54:1-55:5 has several layers of metaphors alluding to the great flood.

Global development means more than building and construction.

Numerous folk customs with magical undertones continue to this day.

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The Hebrew Bible condemns certain forms of divination and magic, while celebrating others as behaviors suitable for Israelite heroes.

Can we distinguish a mystical idea from a philosophical one--and mystical practice from magic?

In the Middle Ages, Ibn Ezra, Maimonides, and others debated the legitimacy of astrology.