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Why does the Torah use the Name that connotes Divine mercy rather than Divine judgement when telling of the Creator's decision to destroy humankind with a flood? Could there be more to this story?

The story of the flood was really the story of the Creator reconciling Himself (so to speak) to the fact that humankind couldn‘t yet handle the immense power given us.

The situation required Divine intervention and correction. In addition to destroying an entire generation, the flood weakened humanity’s connection with the natural world, reducing our level of influence over the earth and clouding our perception of HaShem’s presence.

Parshat HaShavua

001: The Mystery of the Flood (Noaḥ)

After years of crusading against the the idolatrous beliefs and practices of the ancient world, Avram had to undergo a series of difficult challenges to help him refine his own trait of Ḥesed and internalize the necessary psychological transformation from a nomadic leader of a vibrant spiritual movement to the father of a distinct nation in a specific geographic territory.

002: From Avram to Avraham (Lekh Lekha)

What challenges was Sarah forced to overcome in order to play her part in founding the Hebrew nation?

What can the dynamics between Yitzḥak and Yishmael teach us about Israel's ideal relationship with the Muslim world?

What mistake from Avraham's past contributed to the destruction of the city of S'dom?

003: Sarah's Role in the Hebrew Mission (Vayeira)

Could death have strengthened Sarah's influence over Avraham?

How was Yitzḥak able to get out from under Avraham's towering shadow and win over Yishmael to recognize his place as their father's heir?

Yehuda HaKohen

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