One of the most famous events in the life of Jacob is his dream of a ladder reaching to heaven. Yeshua alludes to it in a discussion with Nathanael. We want to take a close look at each of these passages to see what they mean together.
FIRST UP, THEN DOWN In our last Torah Portion, Isaac sent Jacob to Paddan-aram, to take a wife from there. We all know that it happened after the story of the “stolen blessing” – the blessing that …
Yaacov left Be'er Sheba and headed towards Charan, to his uncle Laban's home. While traveling, Yaacov encountered "the place" (Mount Moriah) and since the sun had set, he lay down to sleep. In a dream he saw a ladder reaching up to heaven with angels ascending and descending its rungs. G‑d appeared and informed him that He would bequeath the entire land to his descendants, and that He would safeguard him until he returned to Canaan. Yaacov awoke, and now recognizing the holiness of the location, he erected a monument to G‑d, named the location Beth El ("House of G‑d"), and vowed to tithe all his belongings when G‑d's promise of a safe return would be fulfilled. Yaacov's dream cut and paste board
In this week’s Parashah Point on the portion Vayetze, we see how jealousy manifests itself, but then learn why it’s better to rejoice with those who rejoice.
How does Jacob's life and story relate to Nathanael in John 1? Find out in today's Bible study!
Bar mitzvah gift idea for Parshat Vayetze. Artwork of the parsha, showing the marriage of Jacob to Leah, while Rachel sneaks off behind them.
Bar mitzvah gift idea for Parshat Vayetze. Artwork of the parsha, showing the marriage of Jacob to Leah, while Rachel sneaks off behind them.
In this parasha guide to Vayetze, we provide ideas to spark learning including art projects, baking ideas, experiential learning opportunities, and more.
In this week's Parashah Point on Vayetze and reviewing Genesis 28:15, it becomes clear that god will meet you where you are.
Dr. Laitman’s commentaries on the weekly Torah portion are rife with such innovative notions that make us examine Jewish history in a different & refreshing way.
