Again during this camp season I will be sharing the words of Dena Weiss. "This week we conclude the book of Bereishit with the death of Ya’akov. Midrashic tradition teaches that Ya'akov prayed to become ill before he died so that he would know that his end was approaching and could put his affairs in order. And indeed, as Ya'akov sees that the time has come, he summons his grandchildren and his sons to bless them and guide them before it is too late. Yet, the berakhot (blessi

First of all a huge mazal tov to Joel Baruch on the occasion of his 8th bar mitzvah anniversary. A quick thought again from Dena Weiss whose words should resonate with us as we are about to enter or are currently in a camp. It outlines the eternal importance of words, wisdom and persoal connections. "At the conclusion of last week’s parashah, Yosef framed his youngest brother Binyamin for theft of a fine goblet, and imprisoned him as a slave.1 This week’sparashah opens with

This week's dvar torah is sourced from Dena Weiss of Mechon Hadar and perfectly captures the simple meaning of Yosef's capabilities. "In the beginning of this week’s parashah, Pharaoh is dreaming. His dreams are frightening and disorienting, but Pharaoh knows better than to ignore them. He consults with his advisors but finds their interpretations wanting; his unrest is unresolved. When his royal butler hears of Pharoah’s distress, it reminds him of his own and the dream t

This week's Parsha begins with Joseph, the youngest and most favoured of Jacob’s sons, being given the famous multi-coloured coat by his father. While Joseph wears his new and colourful coat with pride, he is unconcerned of his brothers growing envy and hatred towards him. Then, Joseph has two dreams; the first where 11 sheafs of corn all turn and bow to his sheaf, and a second where eleven stars and the sun and the moon all turn and bow to his star. Joseph, so excited by the