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Dura Europos

Retelling the Story of Moses at Dura Europos Synagogue

The western wall of the ancient synagogue in Dura Europos (245 C.E.) is covered with a series of wall paintings depicting the story of Moses. What can we learn by a close reading of these panels?

Prof.

Hagith Sivan

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Why Are Laws for Priests Included in the Torah?

The Torah’s program to democratize knowledge and create an educated laity.

Prof. Rabbi

Jeffrey Tigay

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