'And now, do not be distressed or angry with yourselves for selling me here,
because it was to save lives that God sent me ahead of you.'
Genesis 45:5

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This coming Shabbat's Torah portion, read on Saturday, January 4th, is Parashat Vayigash. In this week’s Torah reading, Vayigash, Judah responds to Joseph’s demand that Benjamin remain enslaved in Egypt, pleading to be taken as a substitute. Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers. At Joseph’s request, Jacob and his family come down to Egypt.

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Our beloved Root Source teacher, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz of blessed memory, left behind a legacy of Torah teaching. His organization and family continue that legacy, and have given Root Source permission to share these weekly thoughts with our Root Source audience. Last week's Torah (portion) was Miketz, please enjoy this teaching, and please share your thoughts with us!

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

Participate in our enlightening lesson The Edge of History with the insightful Teacher Rabbi Ken Spiro. Learn more below.

Take part in the inspiring lesson Yehoshua with the knowledgeable Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz. Discover more below.

Check below to hear what Gidon Ariel with Chief Joseph and Dr. Laralyn RiverWind have to share. Watch it below.

Gidon Ariel - America For Israel. Watch it below. 

We sign off with a nice comment and a beautiful photo of the Haifa District, Israel.

Shalom,

Gidon Ariel and Bob O’Dell 
Root Source Founders

In the end of last week’s Torah reading, Joseph demanded that Benjamin remain behind in Egypt as his slave. This week’s reading opens with Judah approaching Joseph and appealed to him to allow Benjamin to return to his father Jacob in Canaan. He spoke of Jacob’s reluctance to allow Benjamin – Rachel’s only remaining child – to make the trip to Egypt, and the great love Jacob harbored for his youngest son.

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The Edge of History

Watch this 16 Minute Video by Rabbi Ken Spiro teaching Christians about the Edge of History.

Gidon and FireKeepers engaged in a wide-ranging conversation that covered personal updates, technical issues, and deep discussions on biblical themes and Jewish traditions. They explored the stories of Joseph and Judah, delving into concepts of righteousness, repentance, and the significance of imperfect heroes in religious texts. The conversation also touched on the connections between Cherokee and Jewish cultures, as well as prophecies and future events, before concluding with plans for future discussions on Torah portions.

Gidon Ariel - America For Israel - October 9

On October 7, 2024, in commemoration of the massacre in Israel that was perpetrated by Hamas and their supporters in 2023, our friends at “America for Israel” sponsored a central event in Dallas, Texas, and invited Root Source to address the audience of over a thousand participants.

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"What a joy to see you and to have this wonderful historical Hebrew lesson!!! Thank you!!!"

Haifa District, Israel

Enjoy this photo of the Haifa District, Israel by Kelly.
 

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