Shmot

Jewish Idealism

There were Jews who were willing to cooperate with the governmental authorities in policing the Jewish slave society. Eventually, these Jews also found themselves to be the victims of the Pharaoh and his cruel decree.

On Not Obeying Immoral Orders

The opening chapters of Exodus plunge us into the midst of epic events. Yet it is one small, often overlooked episode that deserves to be seen as a turning-point in the history of humanity. Its heroines are two remarkable women, Shifra and Puah.

Reluctant Heroes & Jewish History

But is this really Moshe? Does the great defender of Israel – humble as he may surely be – not want to help save Am Yisrael from their dreadful plight?! It almost seems that Moshe is more concerned for himself than for us!

Are The Jews Traitors?

A common accusation against Jews is that they hold a divided loyalty. This is true but it's not the divided loyalty that most people think.

As a Hammer Smashes Rock

Why are so many elements in Tanach only clarified by connecting different sections of Biblical text? We should understand that all of Tanach is one book, which is composed of 24 sub-books.

How I Became an Ambassador for Israel

In Egypt the Jewish People didn't change their names, their dress, or their language. They were a very conspicuous minority. As we began - so we continue...

The Value of Nationhood

Translated by Hillel Fendel

In the Book of Shmot, we are no longer individuals, as in Breishit, but rather begin to appear in history as a Nation. Why is a national framework so critical?

A Legend In His Own Lunchtime

Even though he grew up as a prince in Egypt, Moshe never forgot his roots.