Tag Archives: Parashat Vayeshev

Parashat Vayeshev: Who Hasn’t Wanted to Throw Their Little Brother in a Pit?

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Gail F. Nalven

A few days ago, a colleague and I were schmoozing before school.  She was trying to decide what to speak about at her pulpit this Shabbat.  I suggested tying in Thanksgiving, families coming together, reconciling.  Her response: “We’re not there … Continue reading →

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Blogging the Torah: Parashat Vayeshev, Dad Loves Him Best!

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Gail F. Nalven

As a sports fan, I love reading the heartwarming human interest stories of athletes doing good that invariably appear this time of year.  These little vignettes into their lives make the competition so much more interesting.  And it seems to … Continue reading →

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