Parashat Chayei Sara
Parashat Chayei Sarah: Restoring Good Memories
The Torah urges us to remember the years of strength and virtue whenever possible.
Chayei Sarah: The Reverberations of Familial Violence
The lingering trauma of Isaac’s near-sacrifice is felt in his relationship with his wife Rebecca and in the generations that follow.
Abraham’s Blended Family
The relationship between Sarah and Hagar — and their two sons — is more complicated than you think.
Reconciliation and Forgiveness
Even Isaac and Ishmael were able to set aside their distance and differences to focus on what united them.
Parashat Chayei Sarah Quiz
Test your knowledge of this Torah portion.