God’s promises are not negotiable, and His covenant with Israel is not up for debate. “Forever” means forever, because the God who called Abram still calls us to stand for truth today.
Unwavering Faith
Parashat Vayechi (And He Lived) Beresheet (Genesis) 47:28-50:26 Haftarah: I Kings 2:1-12 This week’s Torah portion, Parashat Vayechi, presents a significant moment in Jacob’s life as he prepares for his passing. Jacob’s heartfelt request to … Read More
Unity Restored
Parashat Vayigash (And He Approached) Beresheet (Genesis) 44:18-47:27 Haftarah: Ezekiel 37:15-28 I wrote this commentary a few years ago, yet I can see the relevance of it today. In light of the current tensions and … Read More
The Courage to Stand Firm
Parashat Mikeitz (From the End) Beresheet (Genesis) 41:1-44:17 Haftarah: Zechariah 2:14-4:7 Shabbat Hanukkah This week, we have a special Haftarah reading because Shabbat falls during Hanukkah, also known as the Feast of Dedication. While Hanukkah … Read More
Complex Righteousness
Parashat Vayeishev (And He Dwelt)Beresheet (Genesis) 37:1-40:23Haftarah: Amos 2:6-3:8 In both our Parasha and Haftarah portions this week, we find profound lessons about human behavior, morality, and the complex dynamics of relationships. At the heart … Read More
Inherited Enmity
Parashat Vayishlach (And He Sent)Beresheet (Genesis) 32:3 (4 in the Hebrew Bible) – 36:43Haftarah: Obadiah 1:1-21 As we reflect on Parashat Vayishlach, its messages feel strikingly relevant to the realities Israel faces today. The tension … Read More
Steadfast Mercy
Parashat Vayeizei (And He Went Forth) Beresheet (Genesis) 28:10-32:3 Haftarah: Hosea 11:7 – 14:9 (11:7-14:10 In the Hebrew Bible) In Parashat Vayeitzei, we read about Jacob’s departure from Beersheba as he travels toward Haran. Along … Read More
Trusting His Goodness
Parashat Toldot (Offspring) Beresheet (Genesis) 25:19-28:9 Haftarah I Samuel 20:18-42 Shabbat Erev Chodesh (Special Reading for the eve of the new month) This week’s Torah portion, Toldot, along with its Haftarah, gives us a glimpse … Read More
Courage to Stand for Truth
Parashat Chayei Sarah (The Life of Sarah) Beresheet (Genesis) 23:1 – 25:8 Haftarah: I Kings 1:1-31 In a world filled with varying narratives and perspectives, standing for truth has become both vital and challenging. This … Read More
Mysterious Ways
Parashat Vayeira (And He Appeared) Beresheet (Genesis) 18:1 – 22:24 Haftarah: II Kings 4:1-37 As I was reading Genesis 18, I was struck by the very special relationship between God and Abraham. Genesis 18:1-3 opens … Read More