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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 10 MIN

R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Beshallah: Where Does Amalek Come From?

from Ta Shma · host Hadar Institute

The Torah describes: “Amalek came and fought with Israel at Refidim” (Exodus 17:8). Where does Amalek come from? What is the context out of which this war begins?  

The Torah describes: “Amalek came and fought with Israel at Refidim” (Exodus 17:8). Where does Amalek come from? What is the context out of which this war begins?

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The Torah describes: “Amalek came and fought with Israel at Refidim” (Exodus 17:8). Where does Amalek come from? What is the context out of which this war begins?  

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