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Jewish mythology

Jewish mythology is made up of stories and legends that have been passed down for thousands of years. These stories often center around God, who is known as the Creator, and the people of Israel, the Jewish nation. In Jewish mythology, God created the world and everything in it and gave the Jewish people many rules, laws, and traditions. These stories often feature characters like Moses, Elijah, and Abraham who were important prophets for the Jewish people. They also feature other characters like King David, Queen Esther, and Queen Vashti who were important rulers of Israel. These stories also talk about angels and supernatural creatures like the demi-god Leviathan. All these stories help tell the history and culture of the Jewish people.
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