Both Christian and Jewish people regard Moses’ parting the Red Sea as one of the most impressive miracles of God — or is it?

Recent scientific research suggests that natural phenomena may explain the biblical account of Moses parting the Red Sea.

And the biblical writers have enlarged the story. [For more on Moses and the Exodus, see Carol Meyer's interview.] Q: Is there mention of the Israelites anywhere in ancient Egyptian records?

The Israelites may realize that circumcision is ... Q: Is there consensus among biblical scholars that the Exile was a critical time in the formation of Jewish identity? Cohen: The Exile from ...

You will not live long in the land.” It is an ominous note. On this biblical view, holding land is correlated with the Israelites’ obedience to the laws. To give a pertinent example ...