This evening we explore situations where prayer, as important as it is, is not the exclusive way we confront a crisis, a critical lesson we learn from how Yaakov prepared to meet Eisav. And we add other unique situations where prayer is not appropriate. Then we consider why, after the brothers reunite in peace, Yaakov refuses Eisav's offer to go forward together. From a brilliant insight of Sivan Rahav Meir, we add several stories that emphasize her analysis.
Michael Whitman is the senior rabbi of ADATH Congregation in Hampstead, Quebec, and an adjunct professor at McGill University Faculty of Law. ADATH is a modern orthodox synagogue community in suburban Montreal, providing Judaism for the next generation. We take great pleasure in welcoming everyone with a warm smile, while sharing inspiration through prayer, study, and friendship.
Rabbi Whitman shares his thoughts and inspirations through online lectures and shiurim, which are available on:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5FLcsC6xz5TmkirT1qObkA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adathmichael/
Podcast - Mining the Riches of the Parsha:
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mining-the-riches-of-the-parsha/id1479615142?fbclid=IwAR1c6YygRR6pvAKFvEmMGCcs0Y6hpmK8tXzPinbum8drqw2zLIo7c9SR-jc
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hWYhCG5GR8zygw4ZNsSmO
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