In examining Jacob's deathbed blessings to his sons, we find a striking rebuke of religious fanaticism.
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In reflecting on the close of the book of Genesis, Rabbi Lewis Eron finds enduring lessons on life's purpose.
How do we strengthen our resolve, hearts and visions in the face of daunting challenges? According to midrash, Jacob's deathbed charge to his son Joseph points the way.
As the book of Bereyshit draws to a close, so does Joseph's life. While Joseph faced many familial traumas during his lifetime, Rabbi Steven Carr Reuben reflects on how the patriarch showed true greatness by rising above them.
