Evergreen

Jewish moralist literature sets a high standard of truthtelling, but one not without exceptions.

The act of speaking an oath or a vow aloud gives it binding force in traditional Jewish law.

"Unitive" and "restorative" impulses propel the religious life of the Jewish mystic.

By judging others favorably and responding to them with kindness, we add holiness to the world.

Jacob and his family's evolving relationship with God illustrates the complex struggle with faith and monotheism.

Jacob and the Jewish people have learned powerful lessons from the experience of exile.

Joseph's experience in prison teaches him, and us, that we succeed and flourish when we support those around us.

Joseph teaches us to temper love with a sense of duty and a knowledge of right and wrong.

Despite Jacob's negative experiences with favoritism, he repeats this trait in his own family and home.