“And when his master saw that the Lord was with him and that the Lord lent success to everything he undertook. “ (Genesis 39:3) Parashat Vayeshev introduces the story of … Continued
Israelis in America or Israeli Americans?
If you approach an Israeli in the street and ask what he feels about Israelis leaving the country to live overseas, his answer will probably demonstrate a negative attitude. This … Continued
Parshat Vayishlach (Genesis 32:4-36:43)
“Jacob called the name of the place P’niel: ‘for I have seen God face to face and my life is preserved’.” (Genesis 32:31) Parashat Vayishlach is filled with suspense. Jacob … Continued
Parashat Vayeitzei (Genesis 28:10-32:3)
“He came upon a certain place and stopped there for the night, for the sun had set. Taking one of the stones of that place, he put it under his … Continued
Parashat Toldot (Genesis 25:19-28:8)
“When the boys grew up, Esau became a skillful hunter, a man of the>outdoors; but Jacob was a mild man who stayed in camp.” (Genesis 25:27) Parashat Toldot repeats the … Continued
Parashat Chayei Sarah (Genesis 23:1-25:18)
“Thus the field with its cave passed from the Hittites to Abraham, as a burial site.” (Genesis 23:20) Parashat Chayei Sarah opens with Sarah’s death. Abraham approaches the local community … Continued
Parashat Vayera (Genesis 18:1-24)
“Then an angel of the Lord called to him from heaven: “Abraham! Abraham! And he answered, “Here I am.” (Genesis 22:11) Parashat Vayera includes the powerful and difficult story of … Continued
Let’s Focus on the Positive
Tomorrow, the twelfth of the Hebrew month of Heshvan, marks the eighteenth anniversary of the assassination of former Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. Large memorial services are scheduled to take place … Continued
Parashat Lekh Lekha (Genesis 12:1-17:27)
“For I give all the land that you see to you and your offspring forever. “ (Genesis 13:15) “If at first you don’t succeed, try try again” describes God’s situation … Continued
Cycle for Good Here in Time for Hanukkah
Hanukkah may be really “early” this year, but Cycle for Good is ready to roll. Spinning wheels will complement spinning dreidels as the second annual Movement-wide stationary bike event called … Continued