But Wait, There’s More!
In Vayeitzei, Jacob encounters God in a dream, thus advancing the biblical journey of our people learning from and following the instruction of God. After the biblical era, our Sages found a way to expand our understanding of the Torah and its teachings.
Struggling With a Deceitful Heart
The inner turmoil that marked Jacob’s life of deceitfulness as well as his struggle with his father, brother, and sons are exposed in Vayishlach. After many years of separation, Jacob, about to meet his estranged brother, Esau, slept in a dream-like state of wakefulness on the shore of the Jabbok River where a man wrestled with him until the rise of dawn.
Ensuring the Success or Failure of Dreams
Reading Parashat Vayeishev and other dream-filled portions in Genesis, we wonder if it’s possible to influence a dream’s prophecy rather than passively waiting for the outcome to unfold. The upcoming holiday, Hanukkah, provides a clue.
Lech L'cha for Tweens: New Names for Abram and Sarai
We can learn from Abraham's example by facing our insecurities and deciding that changes we need to make in our own lives. Read ideas and questions for discussing Lech L'cha with your tweens.
Lech L'cha for Tweens: Our Journeys
Learn about Abraham in this guide about Lech L'cha made just for tweens!
Lech L'cha for Tweens: Pidyon Shvuyim
In this edition of Torah for Tweens, learn about what kinds of families and family dynamics are in the book of B'reishit. What can these relationships teach us about our own families?
Lech L'cha for Tweens: Let Your Ears Hear What Your Tongue Speaks
Discover the story of Abraham with your tween in this edition of Torah for Tweens.
Vayeira for Tweens: Three Messengers
According to Vayeira, creation and history belong together. Learn more in this helpful guide designed for tweens!
Vayeira for Tweens: Sarah Rejects Ishmael
The Family. What kinds of families and family dynamics do we find in the book of B'reishit? What can these relationships teach us about our own families?
Vayeira for Tweens: Welcoming Guests
Learn about Abraham's hospitality in the Torah portion Vayeira in this guide for tweens.