A message from our Rabbi
Teach your children well
Parashat Toldot (Genesis 25:19-28:9)
As I am the father of twin sons, this parasha, where we learn of the birth of twins Jacob and Esau, has a special place in my soul. Esau sells his birthright, and Rivka helps her favored son, Jacob, “trick” Isaac into a blessing. The portion ends with Jacob fleeing from his brother in fear for his life. Not exactly the ideal relationship that a parent wants between his children. Whenever I study this portion, I have the question that most parents have asked at some point: “Why doesn’t parenting come with a manual?” ( click below to read the whole article) http://www.jewishjournal.com/torah_portion/article/teach_your_children_well_parashat_toldot_genesis_2519_289
