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Parasha #11: Vayigash (וַיִּגַּשׁ)

Reading passages

Torah: Genesis 44:18-47:27    (Hebrew: פָּרָשַׁת וַיִּגַּשׁ)
Haftarah: Ezekiel 37:15-28

Summary

Parasha Vayigash (“and he drew near”) recounts the dramatic moment when Judah approaches the powerful Egyptian ruler, Joseph, pleading for the release of his younger brother Benjamin, offering himself as a slave instead. Overcome with emotion, Joseph reveals his true identity to his astonished brothers, leading to a tearful reunion and reconciliation within the family. This parasha also details Joseph’s invitation to his father Jacob and his entire family to settle in Egypt, where they are provided with the best land in Goshen, ensuring their survival during the severe famine.

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Gen. 45:27	Ruach as subject	The use of רוּחַ as subject in a phrase

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The following image was created by DALL.E based upon the initial prompt “A dramatic biblical scene depicting Joseph revealing his identity to his brothers. Joseph, dressed in Egyptian royal attire, stands with open arms, tears in his eyes, as his brothers react with shock, awe, and emotion. The setting is intimate, with only Joseph and his brothers present. The brothers wear traditional Hebrew-style robes, some kneeling, some standing in disbelief. Warm golden light filters through the scene, highlighting the deep emotions of the moment.”