Joseph and his brothers

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The Hidden Meaning of Karpas

The green vegetable dipped in saltwater at the seder alludes to the very beginning of the Israelites' slavery saga.

The Story of Joseph

All about the famous biblical dreamer who inspired a musical.

Joseph’s Moment of Truth

Revealing his true identity, the viceroy cannot control his emotions.

Real Men Do Cry

Joseph's tears, public and private

Meeting The Faces Of Need

By personally handing out rations, Joseph established a human connection and involvement with those for whom he provided.

The Redemption of Judah

Judah's plea to Joseph is a sign of his personal growth and ability to empathize with his father's grief.

Preparing For Exile

Joseph used his position of rulership to help his brothers develop coping skills for their upcoming exile.

Don’t Just Stand There — Do Something!

Fear paralyzes us, rendering us incapable of addressing our most pressing problems.

Kindness In Disguise

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

Interpreting From The Outside

Joseph's status as an outsider, and the outsider status of the Jewish people, allow for critical insight into the deeper truths of the surrounding people.

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