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Daily study

Parshat Bo Part 3: Preparing for the Final Plague and the Commandments to Israel

Why is there a pause in the plague narrative in chapters 11-12? An examination of the text and classical commentaries reveals the purpose of the commandments listed in these verses and the symbols of freedom that they represent.

Courtesy of www.tanachstudy.com

This month is unto you

Korban Pessah

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