Abraham’s Search for Truth Was Also Part of Truth: The Torah relates in this week’s portion, Vayeira: Now Abraham and Sarah were old, coming on in days. In the following portion the Torah says again: “And Abraham was old, coming on in days. What do these words mean? If the meaning was simply that Abraham and Sarah grew old, it could have just said: Abraham and Sarah were old (“zekeinim”). Why the need for the extra words “baim bayamim,” “coming on in days?” • By Rabbi YY Jacobson • Full Article

In honor of Shabbos Parshas Vayera and I preparation to Chof Cheshvan, the Machon Lehafotzas Toraso Shel Moshiach has released a pamphlet containing the hanacha of the Farbrengen from Rev Chof Cheshvan, 5745 and a Newly released exchange from dollars • Download

This week’s reading begins with G-d appearing (YaYera) to Abraham after he had circumcised himself. Can G-d appear to people? To understand this here are two stories. • By Rabbi Tuvia Bolton, Yeshiva Ohr Tmimim, Kfar Chabad, Israel • Full Article

How to create good luck mazal (blessings) • Listen, learn and enjoy a beautiful Maamar of the Rebbe “‎וה׳ פקד את שרה”, in honor of Parshas Vayeira by Shliach Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz of Southwest Florida • Watch

Join Rabbi Heschel Greenberg and discover how the Rambam’s brilliant legal analysis reveals deeper patterns in Jewish law through a fascinating exploration of metal, wood, and ritual purity. This deep dive uncovers profound principles that extend far beyond their original context. • Video

Avraham Avienu woke up early and hurried to set out for the Akeida. But what’s the rush? Why the need to hurry? Wouldn’t it be better to fulfill Hashem’s command with calmness and a clear mind? • Full Article

Nachmanides raises a fascinating question about the opening of this week’s portion, Lech Lecha. What happened to the bio? The Tanach constantly introduces us to new characters assuming different roles, and fulfilling different tasks. Before we begin to hear their story, we are told a few words about their background to give us context, allowing us to understand why they were chosen for the role. • Full Article

In honor of Shabbos Parshas Lech Lecha, the Machon Lehafotzas Toraso Shel Moshiach has released a pamphlet containing the hanacha of the Farbrengen from Parshas Lech Lecha, 5745 • Download

The end of this week’s reading tells us about the Covenant (Brit) of Circumcision that G-d made with Abraham. By rabbi Tuvia Bolton • Full Article