Listen "Vayeshev 5785: Sibling Rivalry"
Episode Synopsis
Could the animosity between Yosef and his brothers have been avoided through different choices?
In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Ilana Gleicher-Bloom delve into the complex family dynamics of Yaakov, Yosef, and his brothers in Parshat Vayeshev. They explore how favoritism, communication breakdowns, and perceived inevitabilities lead to choices with profound consequences. Reflecting on Yosef’s dreams and the actions of his family, they examine the tension between destiny and human agency. Could these relationships have turned out differently?
Featuring:
Ilana Gleicher-Bloom – Pardes Faculty and Director of the Experiential Educators Program
Zvi Hirschfield – Pardes Faculty and Host of Pardes from Jerusalem
In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Ilana Gleicher-Bloom delve into the complex family dynamics of Yaakov, Yosef, and his brothers in Parshat Vayeshev. They explore how favoritism, communication breakdowns, and perceived inevitabilities lead to choices with profound consequences. Reflecting on Yosef’s dreams and the actions of his family, they examine the tension between destiny and human agency. Could these relationships have turned out differently?
Featuring:
Ilana Gleicher-Bloom – Pardes Faculty and Director of the Experiential Educators Program
Zvi Hirschfield – Pardes Faculty and Host of Pardes from Jerusalem
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