Tag: Rabbi David Fohrman
The Family of Abraham: Part 20—Mandrakes and Poplar Rods
Today I discuss a couple of the strangest episodes in the story of Genesis: Rachel’s request for some of Leah’s mandrakes and Jacob’s taking of Laban’s flocks using—among other things—poplar rods.
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The Meaning of Rachel’s Tears in Matthew 2
What does the conception of Issachar have to do with Matthew 2:16-18?
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Unravelling the Mysteries of the Book of Esther
Today’s video is on the subject of the book of Esther, exploring some of the insights of Rabbi David Fohrman’s superb little book, The Queen You Thought You Knew, which I read over the weekend.
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