Torah Commentary

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Family Reunions and Beyond

Isn’t Jacob’s peace with Esau as important as Joseph’s reconciliation with his brothers?

Good Deeds, Bad Consequences

What goes around, comes around, even if you're Jacob.

A Tale of Two Jacobs

This biblical patriarch’s life is marked by an unresolved conflict with his dark side.

Joseph’s Amazing Technicolor Faith

Throughout the ups and downs of his ever-changing life, this biblical hero never feels far from God.

The Place With No Name

Why is the Torah so mysterious about the locale where Jacob continues the covenant with God?

Abraham’s Blended Family

The relationship between Sarah and Hagar — and their two sons — is more complicated than you think.

As You Remembered Sarah

The Torah chronicles the pain of infertility — and the ongoing hope for a child.

Rebecca and Isaac’s Guide to Raising Twins (Not)

What can we learn from one of the Torah’s most dysfunctional families?

Lech-Lecha: A Call for Unity

What we can learn from Abraham's other child.

To Mix or Not to Mix

Lessons on Genesis — from the Emmys and beyond.

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