Long before Freud and others spoke of the significance of dreams, our Sages understood that dreams teach volumes about who a person is, what his aspirations are, and what his future may be. Here, the Rebbe analyzes Yosef’s dreams and explains the lessons that can be derived from them, not only for him but for the Jewish people for all time.

Vayeishev: What Yaakov — And Every Jew — Looks Forward To

Likkutei Sichos, Volume 35, Vayeishev 1

By The Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson

Yaakov was “awaiting and looking forward to” what every Jew awaits and looks forward to – the Ultimate Redemption, the Redemption of the Jews from exile for all time. Yaakov “awaited and looked forward to” the reign of the Mashiach from the House of Yosef, who will come as an initial step preparatory to the coming of the Mashiach from the House of David. This was Yaakov’s hope, and this remains the desire and wish of all his descendants.

Vayeishev: What Man Really Wants

Likkutei Sichos, Volume 15, Vayeishev, 2

By The Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson

“Yaakov sought to dwell in tranquility.” This quote from the Midrash resonates within everyone. Who would't not want to live together with his children and grandchildren in a serene setting, unperturbed by material worries, with a chance to focus on higher truths and values and share them with his family. This desire is not merely a personal quest, but a reflection of G‑d’s desire for a dwelling in the lower realms. But what does a dwelling for G‑d on this material plane mean?