Unlock the power of resilience and character development in your life as we navigate through this week's Parsha, Parshas Vayishlach, featuring the tales of Yaakov's encounters with Esav and the Angel. You'll gain invaluable insight into the supernatural struggle between our good and bad inclinations, epitomized by Yaakov's wrestling match with the Angel. We'll reveal the importance of standing strong in the face of challenges, continuously striving towards self-improvement and becoming the best version of ourselves.
Then, we'll dive into the compelling story of Dina's abduction, the brothers' cunning retaliation, and Yaakov's stern reprimand, reminding us to forsake trickery and aim for greatness. We'll also delve into a heartwarming conversation with my grandmother about the concept of "Gadlut-Ha-adam," the greatness of mankind, and how her pre-holocaust life in Lithuania shaped her views on human greatness. Taking a leaf from the book "Good to Great," we'll discuss the criticality of maximizing our potential, overstepping the bounds of mediocrity, and reaching for exceptional heights. So, are you ready to transform from being good to becoming great? Let's begin.
This episode (Ep 6.8) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Vayishlach is dedicated in Honor of Dr. Zev & Susan Munk & our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!
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Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on November 28, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on November 29, 2023
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