Parshat Toldot

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The birth of Jacob and Esau, Esau sells his birthright, Isaac and the Philistines, and Jacob receives Isaac's blessing through deception. Genesis 25:19-28:9.

Death of Jacob and Reuben

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:365

Joseph, ever the dutiful son, promises his father he'll be buried in Palestine, the land of their ancestors. But it's not just a simple promise. Joseph adds a crucial detail: "As t...

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Death of Jacob and People

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:366

A slow fade, a warning siren before the final curtain call. But what if I told you that wasn't always the way? That there was a time when death was a sudden thief, snatching people...

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Joseph's Legacy of Jacob

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:370

That’s the tightrope Joseph walked in Egypt, even after his grand reunion with his father, Jacob. You’d think after all those years of separation and suffering, their reunion would...

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Jacob's Journey and Would

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:372

Jacob, our ancestor, felt it too. Imagine him, poised on the edge of a life-altering decision: leaving the familiar land of Canaan to journey to Egypt. But five nagging questions g...

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Jacob's Transgression and Levi

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:377

We’re talking about Jacob, of course, and his son Levi. Jacob, nearing the end of his life, was deeply concerned about the future of his family, his tribe, his legacy. According to...

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Rachel's Transgression of Jacob

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:378

The story begins with Jacob nearing the end of his life, surrounded by his sons, including Joseph, who, as you might remember, had risen to prominence in Egypt. Joseph, ever dutifu...

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Wisdom of Jacob and Joseph

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:390

Imagine the scene: Jacob, nearing the end of his life, imparts crucial knowledge to his son Joseph. This isn't just any information; it's the key to recognizing the future redeemer...

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Death of Jacob and Levi

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:395

Let’s talk about Jacob, his sons, and a family feud for the ages. The scene: Jacob, on his deathbed, surrounded by his sons. You’d think it would be a time for peace, reflection, m...

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Jacob Among the Fathers and Egypt

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews 1:411

Jacob, nearing his end, isn't just dictating his will. He's imparting something far more profound. He turns to Joseph, his favored son, the one who rose to power in Egypt. "And tho...

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