James KennardDec 2, 20204 minVayishlach: Missing Person AlertThe parasha of Vayishlach opens with the long-awaited reunion of Ya’akov and Esav. To Ya’akov’s consternation, he learns that Esav is not...
James KennardNov 24, 20205 minVayetze: of parents and grandparentsYa’akov followed his father’s instruction and headed for the home of his uncle, Lavan. As he arrived in Haran, he asked the shepherds...
James KennardNov 17, 20205 minToldot: GenerationsWith the parasha of Toldot, the second patriarch, Yitzhak, takes centre stage. This new phase of Jewish history is introduced with the...
James KennardNov 10, 20206 minChayei Sarah: A Stranger and a ResidentSarah has died. Avraham has to purchase an eternal resting place for her, which will become the first piece of the land of Israel to...