Moving Forward | The Jewish Press - JewishPress.com | Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks | 16 Tevet 5781 – December 31, 2020
The book of Bereishit ends on a sublime note of reconciliation between Jacobâs sons. Josephâs brothers were afraid that he had not really forgiven them for selling him into slavery. They suspected that he was merely delaying his revenge until their father died. After Jacobâs death, they express their concern to him. But Joseph insists: âDo not be afraid. Am I in the place of G-d? You intended to harm me, but G-d intended it for good, to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. So then, do not be afraid. I will provide for you and your children.â A...