Known for his diagnostic genius, Assad could discern a person's profession and ailments just by observing them. This is the incredible story of Assad, the Jewish oculist admired by Muslims.
Many of us have heard about the 'Great Revolt' against the Romans, which led to the destruction of the Temple, and the Bar Kokhba Revolt about sixty years later. However, not many are aware of another significant uprising that took place in between these events.
In 1012, during a Jewish funeral in Cairo, chaos erupted as a mob attacked the mourners. Many were wrongfully arrested, leading the community to fast and pray until their release.
Beyond tarnishing the sanctity of high priesthood, Jeshua, inclined towards Greek culture, changed his name to Jason and initiated transforming Jerusalem into a Greek 'polis'.
On the 23rd of Tishrei, two days later, Titus the wicked, son of Vespasian, arrived with two hundred brave warriors to reinforce his father, Vespasian. Together, they stormed the city. Four thousand people were slaughtered in Gamla, while another five thousand leaped to their deaths into the surrounding chasms.
Dive into the essence of the letter Mem as it illustrates the harmony of thought and action, revealing the core of our existence.
A forgotten Jewish community, the Jews of Chaban have historical roots dating back to the First Temple era. Known for their distinctive clothing and traditions, they've maintained unique customs for centuries.
Heliodorus arrived in Jerusalem, demanding the keys to the treasure rooms from Oniao the High Priest. He sought access to every area containing money, bringing beasts of burden and a guard to transport the riches for the king.
It appeared to be a golden age for the Jews of the Seleucid Empire, as their loyalty and resilience were recognized and rewarded. Could anything go wrong?
Lamed seeks purpose, and to understand the essence of anything, we ask "Why?" The Hebrew letter "Mem" means "what" and together with "Lamed," it forms the question "Why?"
Caught between a rock and a hard place, the Jews of ancient Israel faced increased taxes as Ptolemy III demanded more funds for his war campaigns, leading to widespread discontent.
King Khosrow was the 22nd ruler of the Sasanian Persian Empire, and many considered him the greatest, undefeated in battle. Yet, within the walls of his palace, something mysterious happened. Who dared to challenge this invincible king? The answer might surprise you.
While the elevation of the Jewish people's status following the translation and the gentiles' newfound appreciation for the Torah's teachings might seem like a cause for joy, the sages felt otherwise.
In swift work, the elders completed the translation in about three months, striving for accuracy to ensure the text was understandable in Greek. Aside from a few alterations they had to make, they maintained precision.
Ptolemy didn't order his books online or visit a local bookstore. Instead, he dispatched hundreds of messengers around the world with a limitless budget to collect and copy wisdom.
At 33, after conquering the known world, Alexander the Great fell ill and was nearing death. When asked, "Who should succeed you?", he replied, "The best of them." Though clever, this answer sparked wars, as everyone believed themselves to be the 'best'.
Reuven felt deeply betrayed by Yosef's actions, accusing him of being a true 'slanderer.' Yosef had reported Reuven to the authorities, resulting in significant financial loss. In his defense, Yosef claimed that he feared losing his owed money once Reuven's goods left the city, justifying his actions.
While Aleph symbolizes the creative energy of the universe, Kaf represents the force shaping matter according to divine needs. The Hebrew word 'koach' (strength) illustrates this: Kaf exerts power on matter, while Chet represents the matter itself.
In the ancient world, longstanding beliefs and practices were suddenly up for debate. People began comparing cultures, giving ratings, and even suggesting changes.
The team discovered only remnants of tools and broken pottery. De Saulcy's expedition left the previous day at dusk without informing anyone.
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