Why was Abraham chosen to be the first Jew instead of Noah?

January 22, 2025 00:07:19
Why was Abraham chosen to be the first Jew instead of Noah?
The Jewish Perspective
Why was Abraham chosen to be the first Jew instead of Noah?

Jan 22 2025 | 00:07:19

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Show Notes

When a Torah talks about someone for the first time, it usually introduces the person to us. However, there is no formal "introduction" of Abraham in the sense of a biography or detailed backstory. Instead, his calling by G-d is highlighted as the starting point of his significance.


Let’s find out more in today’s episode of the Jewish Perspective podcast. 

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