Lech-Lecha

Genesis 12:1–17:27

The Torah tells us that Hashem changes Abraham’s name from Avram to Avraham, which means “a father to a multitude of nations”, instead of “a father to the nation of Aram”. The Rebbe uncovers great depth in Rashi’s commentary on why the letter belonging to...

When Abraham travels to Egypt, he tells them that his wife Sarah is his sister. This perplexing story begs for a deeper interpretation. Learn the spiritual meaning and relevance of this narrative.

From G-d's command to Abraham, we learn how to plug in, recharge and deeply connect to our Source

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Abraham’s mission was to explore the final frontier. Only there would he find his innermost identity. (parsha perks with Dr. Chighel | Lech Lecha)

Abraham’s arrival in the land of Canaan immediately engenders prophetic promises of progeny and future possession of this land. Following his Egyptian detour, resultant wealth and family feuds; we return to the original narrative. The promise is reiterate...

The Talmud considers three manners of toil for which man was created: The toil of (a) Livelihood, (b) Speech or (c) Torah. In examining the inner meaning of this discussion, this class addresses the virtue of toil and the unique quality of the Land of Isr...

Imagine if at the age of 75, a voice from the sky instructs you to leave the comfort of your home and everything familiar to you. Would you just pack it all up and leave the land you have known all your life? Why does the Torah omit the incredible and ins...