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The parsha begins with Yosef revealing himself to his brothers; he informs them that they need not feel guilty for what they had one because Hashem was guiding the course of events that brought them to this incredible situation.  “G-d has sent me ahead of you to insure

Breishit 36  Yehuda & Yosef: A Taste of Judgment Day (44:18—45) Ask: If you could schedule a personal appointment with G-d, would you do it? The only condition is that G-d is going to be completely honest with you—He’ll tell you exactly what you did right and what you

The Secret of Jewish Survival By Rabbi Bourch Leff Throughout the ages, many have been amazed at the Jewish nation’s survival. Faced with a history of suffering, sorrow, and persecution, Jews have met adversity with strong resilience and fortitude. What is our secret? How have we maintained

We left Yoseph in Egypt where he was sold into slavery and then was falsely accused of impropriety with Potifore’s wife. He was thrown in jail where he becomes a treasured worker and manager.There he meets and interprets the dreams of two prisoners who Pharaoh had sent

VaYigash Yehuda The Rosh Yeshiva ZTL would use this pasuk as an example of how we have to learn Chumash with the same depth as we learn Gemara. Yehuda is in the middle of a conversation with Yosef so obviously Yosef hears him. Yet, Yehuda comes closer

Based on Rav Noah Weinberg Joseph and his brothers seem to be reconciled at last. But is this true brotherhood? Sadly it is not. Yes, in the past three Torah portions we have seen both sides make great strides, but there is a message in what was