Toledot 5772-2011
“Isaac Blesses His Sons”
Professor Menashe Duvshani was for many years the premier Bible educator for Israeli high school students. He offers a unique view on the story of Isaac blessing his sons.
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Chayei Sarah 5772-2011
“The Mystery of Machpelah”
Why was Abraham so singularly determined to bury Sarah in the cave of Machpelah? Apparently, the cave had a very special meaning to him. As a result of Abraham’s actions, Machpelah was to develop into a most revered location for all Jews throughout the ages.
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Vayeira 5772-2011
“Were Lot’s Daughters Moral or Immoral?”
After the destruction of Sodom, Lot’s daughters, thinking that the whole world had been destroyed, ply their father with wine and bear children with him. The commentators struggle with their actions.
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Lech Lecha 5772-2011
“The Two Covenants”
In this week’s parasha, we learn of two covenants, the Covenant between the Pieces and the Covenant of Circumcision. What is the relationship between these two covenants?
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Noah 5772-2011
“Who is Canaan and Why is He Cursed?”
Who was Canaan and why was he so profoundly cursed by his grandfather Noah?
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Bereshith 5772-2011
“The Fall of Man”
What really happened in the Garden of Eden between Adam, Eve and the serpent?
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