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Parshah Focus

Abram’s Family, Abram’s Birth, Nimrod’s Attempt on Abram’s Life, Young Abram Recognizes G-d, Abram Destroys the Idols, In Nimrod’s Hands, The Miracle in the Furnace, G-d Commands and Promise to Abram, Abram’s Obedience
Was Abraham Jewish?
On the identity of the pre-Sinai Hebrews
G‑d did not choose Abraham. It was his inherent superiority, and the fact that he was ready to give everything up for the sake of G‑d, that compelled G‑d to choose him.
Who Are the Hebrews?
What does the word "Hebrew" mean? And how did that become the name of the first Jews?
Abraham's early life, marked by faith and defiance of idolatry, saw him survive Nimrod's furnace, receive G‑d's covenant, and settle in Canaan at the age of 75.
The Two Rivals
Nimrod, a mighty king, feared a rival would arise. When a star signaled the birth of a potential challenger, he ordered all newborn boys killed, including Abraham.
Abraham and Sarah were kind, wise, and generous, teaching others about G‑d. They welcomed visitors, provided shelter, and lived with humility and compassion.
Abram Goes To Egypt, The Strife of the Herdsmen, Abram and Lot Separate, Lot a Prisoner of War, The Rescue
Hagar, Abraham's second wife and Ishmael's mother, showed faith and humility. She became a revered figure, with her descendants forming mighty nations.
Abraham, guided by G‑d, rescued Lot from mighty kings, credited G‑d for victory, and inspired faith and kindness in all he met.
Beer-Sheba, a lush oasis in the desert, was home to Abraham and Sarah, who welcomed visitors with kindness, teaching them about G‑d and offering shelter.
Lech Lecha Q & A
Question and answers on events in the Parshah, complete with the source verses, so you can see the question inside the text. For Shabbat table discussion
The Story of Ishmael in the Bible
Abraham had two sons, Isaac and Ishmael, yet it was Isaac who was chosen to carry on Abraham’s legacy. Why?
Abraham’s Covenant With G‑d: The Brit Bein HaBetarim
The Covenant of Parts, one of the most important events in Jewish history, in which G-d told Abraham about the destiny of his descendants
The Story of Abraham
The First Patriarch
Abraham, the first of the Three Patriarchs, was chosen by G-d to be the progenitor of the Jewish people.
What Were Abraham's 10 Tests?
Torah does not tell us what the tests actually were. There are actually a number of schools of thought about this. Here are some.
The Story of Melchizedek in the Bible
Melchizedek, identified as Shem, blessed Abraham but lost the priesthood to his descendants for prioritizing Abraham’s blessing over G‑d's.
Abraham's Miraculous Battle to Save Lot
The War of the Vale of Siddim
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