Posted by in Torah Commentary Parshat Toledot Genesis 25:19-28:9 Rabbi Denise L. Eger This week’s Torah portion, Parshat Toledot focuses on the second patriarch Isaac and his family life with Rebekkah and the birth of their two sons, Esau and Jacob. In the adventures of Isaac we hear echoes of his father Abraham’s life. Abraham’s wife, Sarah is unable to…Read more »
Posted by in Torah Commentary, Uncategorized Parshat Lech Lecha Genesis 12:1-17:27 The story of the Jewish people begins this week as the Bible introduces us to Abram and Sarai. These are our spiritual parents. Every Jewish person traces their ancestry to these two. And those who choose Judaism as their tribe and faith tradition are even given the names of Abraham…Read more »
Posted by in Israel, Torah Commentary, Uncategorized, Visiting Having just returned from almost a month in the land of Israel, I can say there are things that happen there that are unique. It is a place of wonder, mystery, history and confusion at time. It is a complex place filled with contradictions. Even as ancient Biblical landmarks are discovered through archaeology, young people…Read more »
Walking Humbly. Seeking Justice. Living with Hope. 