Author name: foundedintruth

Overview: In “Vayigash,” Judah pleads for Benjamin’s release, leading to Joseph revealing his identity to his brothers. The portion also covers the migration of Jacob’s family to Egypt.

Overview: “Miketz” recounts Joseph’s rise to power in Egypt after interpreting Pharaoh’s dreams, and his first encounter with his brothers who come to Egypt for grain.

Overview: “Vayeshev” begins the story of Joseph, focusing on his sale into slavery by his brothers, his righteousness in the face of temptation with Potiphar’s wife, and his imprisonment.

Overview: “Vayishlach” recounts Jacob’s preparation to meet Esau, his wrestling with the angel, the reunion with Esau, and the incident at Shechem with Dinah.

Overview: “Vayetze” describes Jacob’s journey to Haran, his marriages to Leah and Rachel, the birth of his children, and his conflict with Laban.

Overview: “Toldot” focuses on the life of Isaac, the birth of Esau and Jacob, the sale of the birthright, and Isaac’s blessings.

Overview: “Chayei Sarah” recounts the death and burial of Sarah, the search for a wife for Isaac, and the marriage of Isaac and Rebekah.

Overview: “Vayeira” covers Abraham’s three visitors, the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, the story of Lot, the birth of Isaac, and the binding of Isaac.

Overview: “Lech Lecha” introduces Abram (Abraham), his call to go to a new land, the covenant with God, the birth of Ishmael, and the institution of circumcision.

Overview: “Noach” tells the story of Noah, the flood, the covenant with Noah, the Tower of Babel, and the lineage leading to Abram.