Vayeira – Did G-d Have to Tell Abraham He Was Going to Destroy Sodom?
Before destroying Sodom and Gomorrah, G-d asked, “Shall I conceal from Abraham what I am about to do?” The wording suggests He didn’t have a choice.
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The Physics of Miracles: Finding Blessing in What Remains
Miracles rarely arrive out of nowhere. They begin with what’s already in your hands. The oil in your jar, the crumbs on your table, the few minutes of light left in your candles. We keep waiting for God to start from scratch — but maybe the blessing begins in what remains.
Givers, Takers, and Salt Shakers — Vayeira — By Ben
Parshas Vayeira has plenty to talk about. From Avraham ditching God to do hospitality, to Avraham arguing with God about destroying Sodom and Gemorroah, and ending with possibly the most troubling […]
Vayeira – The Doomed Nation of Sodom — By Ben
Noah’s flood and Sodom and Gamorrah are two of the most chilling examples of God’s judgement in all of Torah. I’ve often talked about how Noah reacts to the coming of […]
Vayeira – What’s More Important than Being with God? – By Ben
Imagine you have an appointment to meet the President of the United States. If you’re not a fan of our current President, please substitute accordingly. Hours before the arrival, secret […]
