Into the Verse - A Parsha Podcast
Vayigash: Was Joseph the Golden Calf?
Dec 19, 2023
Exploring the symbolic link between Joseph and the Golden Calf, revealing parallels between their attributes and significance. Analyzing Joseph's emotional reunion with his brothers and his reassurance of God's plan. Delving into the man-made idolatry of Joseph in Egypt and its connection to the creation of the golden calf.
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- Joseph's royal status mirrors the appearance of the golden calf, drawing parallels between the two figures.
- Joseph's portrayal as a replacement for God echoes the concept of the Golden Calf as a substitute for deity.
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Joseph's Bones and the Golden Calf Connection
The podcast delves into the connection between Joseph's bones and the story of the Golden Calf in Exodus. It explores how Moses retrieves Joseph's bones as a focal point, linking back to the story of Moses gathering the bones at the end of Genesis. The narrative highlights the Midrash detailing the method Moses used to bring Joseph's bones from the Nile, drawing parallels to the imagery and symbolism of the Golden Calf story.
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