Jewish History

Abraham had two sons, Isaac and Ishmael, yet it was Isaac who was chosen to carry on Abraham’s legacy. Why?

Melchizedek, identified as Shem, blessed Abraham but lost the priesthood to his descendants for prioritizing Abraham’s blessing over G‑d's.

Torah does not tell us what the tests actually were. There are actually a number of schools of thought about this. Here are some.

G-d created the world out of kindness; Abraham was the embodiment of that kindness. Chassidut reveals the nature of Abraham's love and fear, and his relationship with Sarah, Yitzchak, Yishmael and Hagar.

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

Abram Goes To Egypt, The Strife of the Herdsmen, Abram and Lot Separate, Lot a Prisoner of War, The Rescue

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

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.

Abraham and Sarah were kind, wise, and generous, teaching others about G‑d. They welcomed visitors, provided shelter, and lived with humility and compassion.

Hagar, Abraham's second wife and Ishmael's mother, showed faith and humility. She became a revered figure, with her descendants forming mighty nations.