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Parasha #15: Bo (בֹּא)

Reading passages

Torah: Ex. 10:1-13:16    (Hebrew: פָּרָשַׁת בֹּא)
Haftarah: Jer. 46:13-28

Summary

Parasha Bo, named after a imperative verb meaning ‘come’ or ‘go’, details the last three plagues that God inflicted upon Egypt to compel Pharaoh to release the Israelites from bondage. This portion includes the institution of the Passover, with specific instructions for the Israelites on how to protect their households from the final plague, the death of the firstborn. Ultimately, Pharaoh capitulates, leading to the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt, marking a pivotal moment of liberation and divine intervention.

Related SHEBANQ queries

Verse	Query	Description
Ex. 12:14&17	6558	‘on the same day’

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Hebcal

Additional details about Jewish calendar and holiday information, offering users a resource for tracking Hebrew dates, candle lighting times, and other relevant information in the Jewish calendar. Hebcal entry for parasha Bo.