Parashat Chayei Sara

Abraham's relationship to the Land of Israel teaches us to use it as a means of building a just and compassionate society.

Abraham and Rebecca, known for their kindness, are strong role models for us.

The Midrash explains what it means that Abraham was blessed with everything and what a blessed life could mean for us.

Abraham's servant teaches us the power of spontaneous prayer, a concept that challenges our contemporary focus on consistency and conformity.

Rebecca provides a model of a powerful biblical woman who asserted her independence and her control over the future of the covenant.

Sarah's death illustrates the flaw of attempting to impose perfect justice on an imperfect world.