Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph. Is my father still alive?” (Genesis 45:3) Parashat Vayigash sees Joseph reveal himself to his brothers and reconciles with them. Jacob comes … Continued
Parashat Vayigash (Genesis 44:18-47:27)
|
Archives for December 2011
Parashat Miketz (Genesis 41:1-44:17)
|
“Pharoah further said to Joseph, “See, I put you in charge of all the land of Egypt.” (Genesis 41:40) Parashat Miketz describes Joseph’s ascent to power and authority. He correctly … Continued
Parshat Vayeshev (Genesis 37:1-40:23)
|
“Now Israel loved Joseph best of all his sons, for he was the child of his old age; and he had made him an ornamented tunic.” (Genesis 37:3) JCC Association staff … Continued
Parashat Vayishlach (Genesis 32:4-36:43)
|
“Jacob was left alone. And a man wrestled with him until the break of dawn.” (Genesis 32:25) Some people read the Torah as the word of God. Nahum Sarna (1923–2005; a … Continued
Parashat Vayeitzei (Genesis 28:10-32:3)
|
“Jacob awoke from his sleep and said, ”Surely the Lord is present in this place, and I did not know it!” (Genesis 28:16) Parashat Vayeitzei is a real nail-biter. Jacob flees … Continued