Vayeitzei 5778-2017
“Three Wells ”
Wells play an important role in the Torah and in Judaism. It is interesting to contrast the well of Jacob, with the wells of Eliezer and Moses in Midian.
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Toledot 5778-2017
“Isaac’s Unconditional Love for Esau”
Isaac’s unconditional love for his prodigal son, Esau, serves as a model for all parents, and the inevitable challenges faced in childrearing.
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Chayei Sarah 5778-2017
“Who is Eliezer the Damascan?”
Eliezer, the Damascan slave of Abraham, plays a key role in determining the destiny of Abraham’s progeny. His actions resonate to this very day.
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Vayeira 5778-2017
“The Alliance with Abimelech”
The alliance that Abraham made in ancient times with Abimelech, King of Gerar, reverberates profoundly throughout Jewish history and in modern times as well.
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Lech Lecha 5778-2017
“The Beautiful, Barren Matriarchs”
All four matriarchs were both beautiful and barren. The commentators wrestle with the reason for these blessings and challenges.
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