Torah Commentary

A creative interpretation yields a valuable lesson about the vital importance of Torah to the Jewish people.

The power of the final plagues.

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

The name Gershom, and the word for Hebrew, Ivri, carry a message about what it means to be Jewish.

An attempt to reconcile two opposing views of nature.

A mother's response to the near-death of her son

A biblical scholar reviews the historical claims of the biblical book of Exodus.

The sons of Reuben and Gad have promised Moses that they will help the other tribes settle the Promised Land before settling across the River Jordan.

Cursing and blessing the Israelites.

Shavuot commemorates the spring harvest and the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai.