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Shemini. Nadav and Avihu's Sin
This week’s parsha depicts the excitement of the Mishkan inauguration and the shock of the deaths of the new priests, Nadav and Avihu,...
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Vayechi. The Keys to Redemption
Joseph internalized the powerful message; that Israel, Canaan, is home, whereas Egypt is foreign soil.
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Vayigash. Tears of Reunion
Joseph has barely begun to grapple with his complicated relationships with his family. Joseph’s tears unleash all the pain and relief ...
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Miketz. Awakening Sensitivity
At the time, they were filled with rage and indignation; now they can begin to "hear" Joseph.
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Vayishlach. The Morality of Violence
A rape and a massacre. Does the Torah defend or villify Simon and Levi's killing at Shchem?
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Vayera: Hospitality - A Family Project
Abraham gets the whole family welcoming the guests - It is a family agenda. In contrast, Lot acts alone; his family members are uninvolved.