Sensitive, menchlach, and soulful- all these traits define neshamah of a Jew. But at times he must also be tough, shrewd, and strong- to survive the vicissitudes of life. These two poles become resolved in our parsha when Yaakov and his children master the art of how to be a genteel soul and yet face down Eisav with confidence.

Sensitive, menchlach, and soulful- all these traits define neshamah of a Jew. But at times he must also be tough, shrewd, and strong- to survive the vicissitudes of life. These two poles become resolved in our parsha when Yaakov and his children master the art of how to be a genteel soul and yet face down Eisav with confidence.

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Sensitive, menchlach, and soulful- all these traits define neshamah of a Jew. But at times he must also be tough, shrewd, and strong- to survive the vicissitudes of life. These two poles become resolved in our parsha when Yaakov and his children master the art of how to be a genteel soul and yet face down Eisav with confidence.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Parshas Vayishlach: A Genteel Soul Learns How to Face Down a Bully

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Rabbi Yonah Sklare is a Rosh Kollel and Magid Shiur in Baltimore, MD. He lectures at numerous local institutions, including Women’s Institute of Torah Seminary, communities across the USA and online. He received semichah and his PhD in Talmudic Law from Ner Israel Rabbinical College.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Rabbi Sklare’s refreshing ability to bring Torah to life through exploration and creativity has attracted a diverse and beloved following, from renowned talmidei chachamim to those just beginning their Torah learning journey. His work can be found at rabbisklare.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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    Rabbi Yonah Sklare is a Rosh Kollel and Magid Shiur in Baltimore, MD. He lectures at numerous local institutions, including Women’s Institute of Torah Seminary, communities across the USA and online. He received semichah and his PhD in Talmudic Law from Ner Israel Rabbinical College.   Rabbi Sklare’s refreshing ability to bring Torah to life through exploration and creativity has attracted a diverse and beloved following, from renowned talmidei chachamim to those just beginning their Torah learning journey. His work can be found at rabbisklare.com.    

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