Parashat Toldot
Why Rebecca Pushed Jacob to Get Esau’s Blessing
Rather than dividing the spiritual and physical blessings between Jacob and Esau, Rebecca saw the need for Jacob to receive both.
Sharing The Blessing
Isaac's decision to bless both of his sons gives us hope for achieving a peaceful solution to the conflict between Jews and Palestinians.
How Jacob Defied Destiny
Jacob and Rebecca teach us that we can alter our fates and achieve greatness.
Isaac Loved Esau, But Rebecca Loved Jacob
Isaac and Rebecca's approaches to their sons teach us valuable lessons about education and relating to people with different natural inclinations.
Rebecca’s Spiritual Crisis
Like Rebecca, we should turn toward God, not away, in our moments of spiritual crisis.