Isaac

Observation · October 26, 2018
The Ambivalence of the Biblical Attitude toward Laughter
By Sarah Rindner
Jewish history has not always been characterized by laughter, but in Genesis it evokes the freedom and joy of a life in partnership with God.
Observation · September 14, 2017
Rembrandt’s Jewish Vision
By Rabbi Meir Soloveichik
If Judaism’s idea of art is one that can truly represent our frail, fallible humanity, then Rembrandt, who captured faces "without any attempt to beautify them," is the artist for Jews.
Observation · November 20, 2014
Jacob, the Innocent Con Artist
By Atar Hadari
Was Jacob born to greatness, did he achieve it, or did he have it thrust upon him by his mother?
Observation · November 6, 2014
“Take Now Your Son”
By Jonathan Neumann
How to understand the Binding of Isaac.