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In their relationships with each other, Isaac, Rebecca, Jacob, and Esau, struggle between models of unity and connection and separation and deceit.

Rachel and Leah's complex relationship allows us to imagine new possibilities for strengthening our own relationships.

Isaac and Rebecca serve as a paradigm for Jewish marriage, and yet, their relationship is more complex than it may appear.

Joy and laughter, often embodied in children, can help us begin to live again after extreme disappointment and tragedy.

Like Jacob, who paid attention to Joseph's dreams, we should be mindful of events and experiences that evoke a sense of the Divine presence.

Like Jacob's struggle, each of us must recognize, confront and struggle with our darker side.

Adam's naming of the animals raises complex issues, including the deeper meanings of our names.

Jacob flees to his uncle Laban's household and lives there for several years, marrying Laban's daughters, Leah and Rachel, and building a large family.

Yeshayahu Leibowitz: Religion Is a Goal unto Itself