How does the Torah guide us to create sacred spaces in moments of transition and uncertainty? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Rafael Polisuk explore Yaakov’s profound journey in Parshat Vayetze. Together, they delve into Yaakov’s encounter with the…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
What might Ya’akov’s nocturnal revelation teach us about how to approach darkness? As we continue to pray for the safe return of the hostages and yearn for better days ahead, Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Dr. Meesh Hammer-Kossoy delve into…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
How can we understand the setting of this week’s parsha? What is this place that Ya’akov comes to, and why at nighttime? Rabbi Leon Morris and Rabbi Daniel Reifman discuss the journey the journeys and travails of Ya’akov in this…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
Parashat Vayetze 5782 – Ya’acov and the Stone Upon the Well Description: After securing the blessings, Ya’acov must flee the wrath of his brother Esav. Arriving at Charan, he encounters the shepherds and their flocks, and when he sees Rachel…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
In this podcast we will look at the broad sweep of the narrative that includes the complex dynamic and relationship between two sisters married to one man. After summarizing the entire Torah portion through the lens of their relationship, we…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
Yaakov leaves home to escape Esau, to find a wife. Filled with past fears, and trepidation for the future, God appears to him in the famous vision of the ladder with a message of reassurance. God promises: “I am with…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Educator resources, Meaning-making, Vayetzei
In this podcast, Yiscah Smith discusses the paradox between Yaakov’s two disparate aspirations: Are we here for ourselves or to be in service to something greater than ourselves? Download the Source Sheet SUBSCRIBE TO THE *NEW* Podcast Series Walking with Your…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
In Parshat VaYetze, Yaakov begins his journey out of Eretz Yisrael, leaving behind his family in Beer Sheva. He leaves with nothing more than his walking stick! Little does Yaakov know, but his ‘visit’ to Lavan will be much longer…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Educator resources, Meaning-making, Vayetzei
The stories of the forefathers which make up the backbone of the Book of Bereishit can be read as a journey of prayer. This podcast touches on the various postures of prayer which they teach us, but it also speaks…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
“The Parsha Discussion” is a project that was set up by Pardes faculty member Rabbi Alex Israel. It is a weekly handout that is designed to stimulate a discussion around the Shabbat table, especially with teenagers, based around the parsha.…
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
In this week’s Pardes from Jerusalem podcast, Judy Klitsner examines how Jacob’s past acts of deception are revisited in poignant, ironic and ultimately rehabilitative ways. At the center of our discussion will be the meeting between Jacob and master deceiver, Laban.…
Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Personalities, Biblical personalities, Vayetzei
The Pardes Parsha Discussion is a new weekly series by faculty member Rabbi Alex Israel, designed to stimulate discussion around the Shabbat table, especially with teenagers. Click here to download and print this week’s Parsha Discussion on Vayetze: Materialism.
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Tanakh, Torah, Bereishit (Genesis), Vayetzei
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