Ibn Ezra: Supporting the Throne (Bamidbar)
Sefer Bamidbar begins with a description of the tribal encampments, each tribe with a standard. Ibn Ezra connects the tribal images with a mystical vision.
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Ibn Ezra: Soul and Mouth (Shemot)
God gives Moses a mission – save the Israelites from slavery. When Moses worries about his speaking ability, God gives him a spokesman, his brother Aaron.
Ibn Ezra: Angelic Resistance Training (Vayishlach)
Jacob wrestles an angel. For what purpose? And why does seeing Esau’s face when they finally meet remind him of that angelic encounter?
Rosh HaShanah Sermon 2019
It is time to aspire to change for the better. It is time for us to be reborn along with this new year. It is time to ask for help.
Rashbam: Wrestling With Destiny (Vayishlach)
Jacob, returning home after twenty years in Haran, hears his brother Esau is approaching with 400 men. Frightened, he quickly…