Hagar

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  1. The Suffering of Hagar and the Enslavement in Egypt

    Prof. Jonathan Grossman

    God tells Avraham that his children will be enslaved in Egypt; and the angel describes – in similar terms – Hagar suffering Sarah’s oppression. The Torah links the enslavement in Egypt with Sarah’s treatment of Hagar.

  2. The Status of Yishmael - Hagar's Escape and Hagar's Banishment

    Prof. Jonathan Grossman

    While Yitzchak is chosen to continue the legacy and covenant of Avraham; Yishmael maintains a unique status. What is the nature of Yishmael’s status; and why was he awarded this status? This article explores the question of Yishmael’s status through the comparison drawn between Hagar’s banishment and her escape.

  3. Ketura

    Rabbi Yaakov Medan

    Why did Avraham marry Ketura? The answer might be the key to understanding the relationship between Yitzchak and Avraham's other sons. Who will inherit the land of Israel?

  4. Radak on Hagar: Ego Inflation

    Rabbi David Silverberg

  5. Sara's Fury toward Avraham

    Rabbi David Silverberg

  6. Rav Hirsch on Sara's Grievances

    Rabbi David Silverberg

  7. Sara and Hagar: A Maidservant Dispossessing her Mistress?

    Rabbi David Silverberg

  8. Hagar and the Angel: Spiritual Experiences in a New Environment

    Rabbi Shlomo Dov Rosen

  9. Hagar: Where are You Going?

    Rabbi David Silverberg