Vayishlach. Yaakov's Procrastination
Sometimes we know what we should do but its hard to bring ourselves to do it.
Sometimes we don't even know why.
Vayetze. Which Yeshiva Did Yaakov Attend?
We grow up on our parents' Judaism but it isn't sufficient. We need to move away, to reexamine and to reconstruct our own religious world.
Vayechi. The Miracles that Surround Us
"Earning a livelihood is greater than redemption": Usually we see divine protection (a.k.a redemption) in the hands of God, beyond
Vayigash. Embarrassment. Judaism's Fourth Cardinal Sin
Murder is a one-time act, but to shame a person is to commit murder over and over.
Miketz. Stockpile Your Blessings!
If bad times can be anticipated, the good times might offer some perspective and resilience.
Vayeshev. When Communication Fails
Israelis often pride themselves in being direct. In Israeli slang, this is called speaking “doogri”, straight talk. Is this good?