Posts by JCC Association

“Thus Israel settled in the country of Egypt, in the region of Goshen; they acquired holdings in it, and were fertile and increased greatly.” (Gen. 47:27) Parashat Vayigash describes Joseph’s … Continued

“Joseph answered Pharoah, saying, ‘It is not up to me…’” (Genesis 41:16) Over the course of these few weeks, we are watching the evolution of Joseph from self-centered, arrogant brother, … Continued

“The Lord was with Joseph and he was a successful man…” (Genesis 39:2) Parashat Vayeshev begins the saga of Joseph and his brothers, the longest narrative in Genesis.  Joseph’s fate … Continued

“Jacob gave the site, where God had spoken to him, the name of Bethel.” (Genesis 35:16) Parashat Vayishlach contains some intense drama, not all of it G-rated.  Jacob wrestles with … Continued

“When Rachel saw she had borne Jacob no children, she became envious of her sister; and Rachel said to Jacob,”Give me children or I shall die.” (Genesis 30:1)   Parashat … Continued

“Then his brother emerged, holding on to the heel of Esau; so they name him Jacob…” (Genesis 25:26) Parashat Toldot raises important questions about identity.  Jacob, later to become Israel, … Continued

“Thus the field with its cave passed from the Hittites to Abraham, as a burial site.” (Genesis 23:20) Chayei Sarah tells the story of Sarah’s death and Abraham’s purchase of … Continued

 “Abraham came forward and said, ”Will you sweep away the  innocent along with the guilty?” (Genesis 18:23)  A theodicy is a defense of God’s goodness and greatness despite the existence … Continued