To meet Yofiel, the angel of Torah, to ward off the devil, or to pronounce God's name are some reasons for ascetic fasting. But beware: Publicizing your fast not only negates your act of piety but can bring down divine wrath. Just ask Miriam daughter of Onion Leaf.
Prof. Rabbi
Herbert Basser
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Biblical prohibitions against preparing food on Shabbat are further developed in the Second Temple and rabbinic periods. At the same time, a new emphasis emerges: celebrating Shabbat with festive meals.
Dr.
Sarit Kattan Gribetz
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A Surprising Midrashic Portrait of Abraham
Dr.
Malka Z. Simkovich
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