Torah Trails and Tales

This is your immersive guide to the landscapes where our spiritual heritage and biblical stories come alive. Inspired by the groundbreaking commentary of Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz—the only person to write a modern commentary on the entire Tanach—

each destination uncovers new meaning in the very places where these stories unfolded. Whether you're hiking the path of ancient judges, standing where kings once prayed, or tracing the footsteps of our ancestors, Torah Trails and Tales brings the Tanach to life

inviting you to explore Israel’s land through the lens of Torah, history, and nature.

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Hatzor

We continue our exploration of Solomon's chariot cities, moving from Megiddo to another vital location: Hatzor. Known as one of King Solomon's most notable construction projects, Hatzor was reinforced as part of his efforts to fortify the kingdom.

Shiloh – The First Sanctuary

Shiloh, nestled in the hills of Samaria, was the first spiritual center of Israel and home to the Mishkan (Tabernacle) for nearly 400 years. After the Israelites entered the land, Joshua established Shiloh as the place where the nation would gather and where the Ark of the Covenant rested (Joshua 18:1).

Be'er Sheva - Isaac

Beersheba, located in the northern part of the Negev Desert in southern Israel, is an ancient city deeply tied to Isaac, the son of Abraham. In Genesis 21:31, Isaac and the Philistine king Abimelech made a peace treaty at Beersheba, symbolized by a well they both swore an oath by—this became known as the “well of the oath.”

Megiddo

Tel Meggido was a strategic point for king Solomon and part of a broader system of Chariot cities. While David chose to disable enemy chariots and cripple their horses, Solomon took a different approach by establishing a chariot corps.

Mount Ebal - Joshua

Dear readers, visiting Mount Ebal requires proper security precautions. Although we usually stray away from locations of this sort, the potential historical significance of Mount Ebal is too great to overlook. Please make sure that you organize the proper security precautions, if you wish to visit.

Abraham - Hebron

I’m excited to start a new series exploring key locations from the Book of Genesis, where the lives of our patriarchs and matriarchs unfolded. In each item, we’ll connect the stories of figures like Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph to the places they lived and the events that shaped our heritage.
Let’s begin with Abraham’s journey and the land that became his covenant with God.

Mount Tabor - Deborah and Barak

As we continue exploring the locations that shaped our spiritual and historical legacy, we now travel north to the lush hills of the Lower Galilee—Mount Tabor. Mount Tabor rises steeply from the Jezreel Valley and is instantly recognizable by its rounded, dome-like shape.

Beit El - Jacob

Beit El, identified with the archaeological site of Beitin in the hills of Samaria, holds a profound connection to our forefather, Jacob. In Genesis 28:10-22, as Jacob fled from his brother Esau, he stopped for the night at a place where he rested his head on a stone.