Freed from slavery, the Israelites spontaneously burst into song in this week’s portion. Singing is the first step on their ...
Women at the Sea Rashi, commenting on this week’s amazing events at the Red Sea, quotes the Midrash (Mechilta 15:22) that at the Red Sea, God was seen by the humblest maidservant in a more powerful ...
After the end of the 10 plagues, Pharaoh sends the people out … and now the Children of Israel finally go forth from Egypt.
While the media depicts Moses as saying “Let my people go,” in reality he said more. He said to Pharaoh “The LORD, the G-d of ...
We take miracles for granted because familiarity breeds… well, scrolling past them.
In the depths of the Red Sea, scientists have uncovered a deadly natural phenomenon: deep-sea brine pools that kill almost ...
Does the Biblical story of the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt appear in Greek mythology? This article examines some possibilities.
CANTON ‒ “We Will Not Be Moved! – The Struggle Continues,” was the theme for the 51st annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community ...
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The plagues: Why 10? Why these?

Consider a proportionate divine response to extraordinary cruelty: A gradual, ratcheting pressure on a tyrant who refused every opportunity to stop the suffering (Vaera) ...
Song emerged from enslaved peoples in the US and became a popular civil rights anthem — as well as inspiring a Paul Simon classic ...
In addition to ancient verses, a first-century boat ‘brings the Gospel scenes to life’ at the Museum of the Bible. Deuteronomy Display: A facsimile of the 4Q41 Deuteronomy scroll, an ancient ...
Maersk vessel navigated Red Sea for first time in nearly two years Says it is considering a 'stepwise' approach to Red Sea route resumption Ceasefire in Gaza raises hopes for normal shipping traffic ...