Ibn Ezra: Walls and Growth (Vayechi)
The Torah Text On his deathbed, Jacob offers each of his sons a blessing / prophecy in poetic style. Joseph’s…
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Ibn Ezra: Fathering Pharaoh (Vayigash)
Joseph and his brothers finally reconcile. In retelling his own story, Joseph tells them that he has become a father to Pharoah.
Rashbam: Fun With Flags (B’midbar)
The twelve tribes are arrayed around the Mishkan. Each group has its own flags, with otot to distinguish them. What does otot mean?
Judah and Joseph: The Meaning of Approach (More Midrash Ep. 11)
Judah approaches Joseph, in defense of Benjamin. How does Judah’s approach transcend the danger and become a spiritual model for human connection?
Rashbam: Shaking on the Way (Vayigash)
After their emotional reunion, Joseph sends his brothers back to Canaan to bring their father and all of their household…