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What's In Your Pit?

Parashat Vayeishev begins the story of Joseph. When we first encounter him, he is a seventeen year old young man. We learn that his father, Jacob, had a special love for him above all of his eleven brothers. He was loved so much that his father had given him a special and highly recognizable garment that distinguished him from among his brothers. This disproportionate love stirred up jealousy from his brothers and fostered their resentment toward him. That resentment eventually turned to a genuine hatred of Joseph and caused his brothers to plot to do away with him.

The Grand Illusion

The Grand Illusion

Parashat Vayeishev (Genesis 37:1-40:23)

No Rest For The Weary

Parashat Vayeishev (Genesis 37:1-40:23)

Vayeishev - This Too Is For The Best

The story of Joseph is an incredible one. He had horrible things happen to him that could have emotionally crippled him for life. However, he recognized that his fate was not in his own hands, nor in the hands of others. His fate was solely in the hands of his God—the God of his fathers. This singular realization helped Joseph to navigate the difficult journey of life with joy, peace, and a resolve that everything indeed is for the good if one is trusting in a Good God. Study the life of Joseph with us as explore these important truths that hold the keys to happiness in life.