"When the priests withdrew from the Holy Place, the cloud filled the temple of the Lord. And the priests could not perform their service because of the cloud, for the glory of the Lord filled his temple."
Kings 8:10-11

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This coming Shabbat's Torah portion, read on Saturday, December 16th, is Miketz. In this Torah portion, Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dreams and rises to become second-in-command to Pharaoh. When Joseph’s brothers come to Egypt seeking food during a famine, Joseph accuses them of spying. He insists that they return with their youngest brother, Benjamin, and later plants a goblet in Benjamin’s bag. 

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This week's thoughts by our popular teacher, Dr. Benny Benjamin talk about “Can you interpret my dream-now!?”- Organizational consultancy. Read it below.

Last week, our popular Root Source teacher Rabbi Gedalia Meyer talked about "Vayeshev". Watch it below.

We are delighted to share our lesson "Was the first human that God created a man?" with our teacher Dr. Rivkah Adler. Learn it here.

We are delighted to share our lesson "Genesis 1:2, Part 2" with our teacher Seth Young. Learn it here.

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We sign off with a nice comment and a beautiful photo of Mount Hermon, Israel.
 

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Gidon Ariel and Bob O’Dell 
Root Source Founders

Joseph interprets Pharaoh’s dreams, becomes viceroy over Egypt, and implements his plan to save the region from famine. Joseph is harsh with his brothers who come to Egypt to buy food, and demands that Benjamin be brought to Egypt. When Benjamin eventually comes he is framed and accused of theft.

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Last Sunday's Hanukkah Symposium was a Success!

The Nathaniel Foundation and Root Source express their gratitude for your participation in our special Hanukkah event that took place last Sunday on Zoom. Our groundbreaking symposium provided a deep dive into the history and traditions of the Hanukkah story and celebration. We trust that you gained valuable perspectives and insights into the meaning of the Hanukkah festival during this exclusive online gathering. Thank you for being part of this event! If you were unable to join us, you can watch the video recording here!

“Can you interpret my dream now!?”- Organizational consultancy

What can we learn from Joseph’s foray into organizational consultancy?

Vayeshev:
Rabbi Gedalia Meyer's Weekly Torah Study

Was the first human that God created a man?

Discover a fascinating perspective in 'Eve 1,' the first lesson of the 'Women in the Bible' series led by Dr. Rivkah Adler. Delve into the question: 'Was the first human that God created a man?' Uncover surprising insights into the creation of the first human – was it truly a man?

Genesis 1:2, Part 2

Unlock the essence of Genesis 1:2 in 'Genesis 1:2, Part 2,' a pivotal lesson in the 'Biblical Hebrew' series, 'The Most Important Hebrew Grammar Lesson!' Join teacher Seth Young as he delves into the profound meanings behind the Hebrew words of this foundational verse.

Gidon and Alan explore Hanukkah traditions, emphasizing the significance of the Shamash candle. They discuss Christians celebrating Hanukkah, its popularity in the West, and its alignment with Christmas. The conversation shifts to Pentecost, its connection to the Torah, and the interpretation of "50 days." They delve into David's life and traditions, highlighting the relationship between Judaism and Christianity. Finally, they stress the importance of preserving traditions and roots, proposing alternative terms for the "Old Testament" to better represent its connection to the "New Testament."

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Mount Hermon

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