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Bahya Ibn Asher

Biblical commentator looked at Torah in both traditional and kabbalistic ways.

Blasphemy in Judaism

While the offense was once punishable by death, Jews do not enforce the rules anymore.

What Is A Bimah?

The focal point of the synagogue sanctuary.

What Is A Ba’al Teshuvah?

Once a name for sinners who repented, ba'al teshuvah now describes a Jew who returns to Orthodoxy — or becomes Orthodox for the first time.

Do Jews Celebrate Birthdays?

While Jewish tradition does not make a big deal of birthdays, there is no problem with celebrating them.

Hezekiah

The King of Judah fought off Assyrian attacks.

Adam and Eve

The first human beings are banished by God.

Eleazar Azikri

Author of Yedid Nefesh and Sefer Haredim.

Hagar in the Bible

Though she gave Abraham a son, she was banished.

Elijah

The famed prophet of Passover foretold King Ahab's downfall.

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