Welcome to the first portion of the book of Exodus! Shemot opens a new chapter in the story of the Israelites, introducing us to the remarkable figure of Moses, destined to lead his people to freedom and deliver God’s law.
The pioneers named the nascent community “Yakir,” meaning “precious,” the precise Hebrew word used by God to describe His “son,” Ephraim (Jeremiah 31:19).
Welcome to the last portion of the book of Genesis! On the surface Portion VaYechi may seem less exciting than the ones from the previous weeks. But as one dives deeper there are whispers of prophecy and hints of mysticism to be found.
In Portion Miketz, Jospeh pushes his brothers. He asks personal questions and puts them through a series of tests, but for what reason?