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Some traditional Jewish sources indicate belief in the efficacy of spells.

Suspicion of Jewish magic was behind the medieval accusation of child murder.

The rabbis of the Talmud believed that magic was real and legitimate, when performed by sages who used the power of Torah.

A look at some numbers — from seven to 18 to 613 — that have Jewish significance.

In medieval Europe, Jews suffered on account of popular beliefs about Jewish sorcery--and yet their non-Jewish neighbors also tried to benefit from Jewish magic.

Israel history, 1967-1980.

Building a new nation.

Let us create space to listen to the sounds of suffering and joy.

Song can remind us of our authentic selves and our genuine power.

Test your knowledge of this Torah portion.