Parashat Vayishlach (And he sent) Beresheet (Genesis) 32: 3 (4 in the Hebrew Bible)–36:43 We have some very special verses in this week’s Scripture portion (parasha) that I will translate directly from the Hebrew: And … Read More
God is Here…Do You Know It?
Parashat Vayeizei (And He Went Forth) Beresheet (Genesis) 28:10–32:3 In the Book of John, we read an account that becomes much clearer once we read our weekly portion: Philip found Nathanael and said to him, … Read More
“But, It’s Not Fair!”
Parashat Toldot (Offspring) Beresheet (Genesis) 25:19–28:9 This week’s reading opens with a description of the genealogy of Isaac: Now these are the records of the generations of Isaac, Abraham’s son: Abraham became the father of … Read More
The Sins of Our Parents
Parashat Chayei Sarah (The Life of Sarah) Beresheet (Genesis) 23:1–25:8 Isn’t it interesting how we can read God’s Word again and again, putting emphasis on certain accounts and miracles, while completely missing others? For example, … Read More
Nothing is Impossible with God!
Parashat Vayeira (And he appeared) Beresheet (Genesis) 18:1–22:24 Our weekly portion starts with a wonderful story of God’s faithfulness, wonder, and power. It also shows that the Creator of the world is so much greater … Read More
Abram Compromises
Parashat Lech Lecha Beresheet (Genesis) 12:1–17:27 This week’s reading portion is well known, as it speaks about God’s call to Abram (who later became Abraham) to leave everything that he knew and to follow God’s … Read More
Parashat Noah — Building the Ark of Redemption
Parashat Noah – Building the Ark of Redemption Beresheet (Genesis) 6:9 – 11:32 Every time I sit to write this blog, the first thing I do — after reading the Scripture portion which I am … Read More
We Can’t Hide
Parashat Beresheet (In the beginning) Beresheet (Genesis) 1:1–6:8 Here we are, back at the beginning of the yearly Scripture reading! This is such a familiar Scripture to most of us, but there are always fresh … Read More
Parashat V’Zot HaBerachah (And This is the Blessing)
Parashat V’Zot HaBerachah (And This is the Blessing) D’varim (Deuteronomy) 33:1–34:12 This coming weekend, a special parasha (Scripture portion) will be read at the Synagogues, and on Monday, the portion on which I am writing … Read More
Parashat Ha’azinu (Listen)
Parashat Ha’azinu (Listen) D’varim (Deuteronomy) 32:1–52 Our weekly portion opens with the word, “הַאֲזִ֥ינוּ” “Ha’azinu” (listen or give ear to). This is a word that I believe we need to pay close attention to, since … Read More