Category: Parashat Vayera

The story of Avraham is full of tragedy but also the great gift of speaking truth to power and knowing when not to believe.

Rabbi Mordechai Rackover November 2, 2023 Parashat Vayera Parashat Vayera Dvar Torah

Summer barbecues are great for relaxation and rejuvenation, and an opportunity to extend and receive hospitality like Abraham and Sarah.

Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman June 22, 2023 Food Hospitality

In Vayera's haftarah, we read the story of Elisha and a big deal woman in Shunem reflecting three different models of hospitality.

Study Guide: What really happened when the angels visited Abraham and Sarah? Why did Sarah laugh when she heard what they had to say?

Parashat Vayera is about a tense and dramatic conversation between God and Abraham about the destruction of Sodom.

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