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Moses exemplifies a lesson in business ethics.

A Midrash on the 10 plagues reminds us to recognize any good that has been done for us.

They struggled to reconcile the words of earlier prophets.

The book of Esther is not a historical document in the usual sense--but that doesn't undermine its importance as a religious book in the Jewish canon.

Twelve "minor prophets" form one "book" concluding the Prophets, the middle section of the Hebrew Bible.

For some theologians, the evils of the Holocaust were unique; others believe they can be integrated into traditional theological discourse.

Marriage in ancient times was a negotiated match involving an agreement on conditions and payment of a bridal price.

From its founding in 1912, Hadassah advocated a program of social feminism that addresses women of all backgrounds.

Jewish law guided marriage, divorce, and child-rearing in the ancient world.

Several commentaries interpret Moses's going to the people before his death.

Doing what is "right and good" in the eyes of God means promoting the values of the Torah beyond the explicit laws.

Moses teaches the people that their achievement of true fear of God will allow them to not fear any enemy.