Humash

In an original analysis of one of the most famous stories in the Torah, Maier Becker calls into question many long-held assumptions about this week's parasha and proposes a new reading based on the interpretations of traditional exegetes.

Ben Greenfield examines the curious parallels between the stories of Moshe in the ark and the splitting of the sea.

Ned Krasnopolsky explores the roles of meaning and obedience in matan Torah.

The significant linkages between the Garden of Eden narrative and the commandment concerning cutting down trees in time of war suggest a profound message about how we should live in an imperfect world.

Dan Ornstein juxtaposes the narratives of Cain and Jonah and explores the motif of anger.

The propriety of celebrating the downfall of enemies presents a complex web of questions and seemingly contradictory Jewish texts. Michael Kurin makes sense of this subject and proposes a framework for applying it to matters of Israeli public policy.

Dan Ornstein examines the rabbinic interpretation of the phrase "ba-asher hu sham," and applies it to the current conflict in Israel.

How do Moses Mendelssohn and Revelation jibe? Judah Kerbel offers some perspective.

Malka Simkovich compares the narratives of Noah and Lot, and the ways their stories trigger the beginnings of rival nations of Bnei Yisrael.

Jon Kelsen uncovers a deeper rabbinic meaning to the blood needed to "passover" the Israelites.