In Vayetzei, Jacob departs from Beersheba and journeys toward Haran, a man fleeing from conflict yet unknowingly walking into divine encounter. As night descends upon the wilderness, he rests his head upon a stone and beholds in a dream a ladder stretching from earth to heaven, with angels ascending and descending upon it. Above the […]
Parashat Toldot (Genesis 25:19–28:9) and Haftarah (Malachi 1:1–2:7)
In Toldot, we encounter the mystery of divine election woven into the story of Isaac’s household. The birth of Esau and Jacob reveals that Mar-Yah’s purposes unfold according to His sovereign wisdom rather than human expectation. Even before their birth, Alaha declares to Rebekah, “Two nations are in thy womb… and the elder shall serve […]
Parashat Chayei Sarah (Genesis 23:1–25:18) and Haftarah (I Kings 1:1–31)
In Chayei Sarah, our reading pauses to honour the end of Sarah’s earthly pilgrimage and to mark the continuation of Alaha’s covenantal purposes through Abraham’s careful stewardship of both life and promise. Abraham’s purchase of the cave of Machpelah as a burial place is an act not only of filial love but also of faith—an […]
Parashat Vayera (Genesis 18:1–22:24) and Haftarah (II Kings 4:1–23)
In Vayera, we behold the radiant mystery of divine visitation and the testing of faith. Abraham, seated at the entrance of his tent in the heat of the day, lifts his eyes and beholds three men standing before him. Without hesitation, he hastens to welcome them, offering rest, bread, and refreshment. This humble act of […]
Parashat Lech-Lecha (Genesis 12:1–17:27) and Haftarah (Isaiah 40:27–41:16)
In Lech-Lecha, the call of Abram marks the dawn of a covenantal journey that will shape the destiny of humanity. The divine command, “Go from your country, and from your kindred, and from your father’s house to the land that I will show you” (Genesis 12:1), is not merely geographical but profoundly spiritual. Abram is […]
Parashat Noach (Genesis 6:9–11:32) and Haftarah (Isaiah 54:1–10)
In Parashat Noach, the reading moves from the corruption of mankind to the mercy of divine preservation. Amidst a world consumed by violence and moral decay, Noah stands as a righteous man, “perfect in his generations,” who “walked with God.” Through him, Mar-Yah provides a remnant, preserving life within the ark while the waters of […]
Parashat Bereshit (Genesis 1:1–6:8) and Haftarah (Isaiah 42:5–21)
In Bereshit, the record opens with the majestic simplicity of divine speech. “In the beginning Alaha created the heavens and the earth.” From chaos and void, light is summoned into being, and the ordered beauty of creation unfolds through the will of Mar-Yah. Humanity, formed in the divine image, is placed at the heart of […]
Commentary on Isaiah 60:1–22
Our reading from this week’s haftarah belongs to the final movement of Isaiah, a vision of Zion restored, exalted, and radiant with the glory of Mar-Yah. It is the sixth of the seven Haftarot of Consolation read after Tish‘a be-Av, which provides hope and comfort for Israel after the sorrow of exile. The prophet’s words […]
Haftarah Commentary Isaiah 54:1-10
The Haftarah for Parashat Ki Teitzei is drawn from Isaiah 54:1–10, a passage that contains a lot of imagery concerning restoration, covenantal fidelity, and the unshakeable mercy of Mar-Yah toward His people. The reading follows the great Servant Song of Isaiah 53, where the Suffering Servant bears the sins of many. Thus Isaiah 54 is […]
Haftarah Commentary Isaiah 51:12–52:12
The Haftarah associated with Parashat Shoftim comes from Isaiah, a prophet whose voice calls out both judgment and consolation. The section chosen (51:12–52:12) is marked by reassurance, hope, and the proclamation of redemption. It connects intimately with the Aurayta portion’s theme of justice and righteous authority, for here Mar-Yah Himself declares that He is Judge, […]