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Stars' Creation on Day Four
TANAKH
Genesis, the first book of the Torah, recounts the creation of the stars on the fourth day, along with the sun and the moon.
As Numerous as the Stars
TANAKH
The promise of God to Abraham that his descendants will be as numerous as the stars in the sky is a foundational moment in Jewish history. In the book of Genesis, God takes Abraham outside and tells him to look up at the stars, promising that his offspring will be as numerous as these celestial bodies.
Counting the Stars
TANAKH
The infinite number of stars in the universe is a testament to God's infinity. In the book of Psalms, God is portrayed as being able to count and name each star in the universe, emphasizing His greatness and omniscience.
The Stars Belong to God
COMMENTARY
The stars, in their vast multitude, are not just distant celestial bodies, but each one is known and named by God, signifying His ownership and dominion over the universe. Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, in his commentary on Psalms, explores this profound concept, offering a fresh perspective on our understanding of the cosmos.
 And God Made the Lesser Light, Genesis I-16. by Abel Pann from the Land of Israel, 1925. Magnes database record
And God Made the Lesser Light, Genesis I-16. by Abel Pann from the Land of Israel, 1925. Magnes database record
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