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Articles by My Jewish Learning
“They Did What?” A Survey of Family Relationships in Bereshit (Genesis)
For an ancient text intended to set boundaries and impart values, the Torah contains many narratives which include episodes of, ...
“They Did What?” A Survey of Family Relationships in Bereshit (Genesis)
For an ancient text intended to set boundaries and impart values, the Torah contains many narratives which include episodes of, ...
“They Did What?” A Survey of Family Relationships in Bereshit (Genesis)
For an ancient text intended to set boundaries and impart values, the Torah contains many narratives which include episodes of, ...
Filling Gaps and Fulfilling Visions: Midrash and the Rabbinic Imagination
How can midrash — even the seemingly most outlandish, unexpected stories – give us a more sophisticated understanding of biblical ...
Filling Gaps and Fulfilling Visions: Midrash and the Rabbinic Imagination
How can midrash — even the seemingly most outlandish, unexpected stories – give us a more sophisticated understanding of biblical ...
Filling Gaps and Fulfilling Visions: Midrash and the Rabbinic Imagination
How can midrash — even the seemingly most outlandish, unexpected stories – give us a more sophisticated understanding of biblical ...
How Hanukkah Is Celebrated in Israel
Hanukkah in Israel is a major event — with some unique traditions.
Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival: Fall Fest
The Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival is back for its 41st Fall Festival! Streaming both virtually and in-person (in limited capacity ...
Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival: Fall Fest
The Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival is back for its 41st Fall Festival! Streaming both virtually and in-person (in limited capacity ...
Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival: Fall Fest
The Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival is back for its 41st Fall Festival! Streaming both virtually and in-person (in limited capacity ...