Jacob’s Vow: Opting Into God’s Plan
At the beginning of this week’s Torah portion, Vayeitzei (Genesis 28:10-32:3), we find Jacob on the run after leaving home in the wake of the events surrounding his acquisition of his father’s blessings. Jacob’s brother, Esau, vowed to kill Jacob after the death of...
The Story of Rachel and Leah: Lessons in Love and Sisterhood
The tale of Rachel and Leah is one of two remarkable women who played pivotal roles in the formation of our nation and taught us valuable lessons about love and sisterhood. Their story is not only one of family dynamics but also of divine intervention and the enduring...The Portion of Vayeitzei (Genesis 28:10-32:3)
The portion of Vayeitzei tells of Jacob’s journey to find a suitable wife among his mother’s relatives. Along the way he dreams his famous dream of angels ascending and descending a ladder. In the home of his uncle, Laban, Jacob marries his two cousins and their two...
The “Key” to Jacob’s Marriage with Rachel
By Adam Eliyahu Berkowitz I once went to a distant town and needed to stay at a hotel. I found one possible location and entered. I approached the front desk and asked the clerk, “How much does it cost to stay here for the night.” He smiled and answered, “Oh, we have...
