Shaul's coat is torn
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Shaul's War against Amalek (III)
Chapter 15 (Part III)
Rabbi Amnon BazakIn conclusion of our discussion regarding the war against Amalek will discuss two central questions: a - Who owned the coat that was torn at the end of the story, and why is the text ambiguous about the owner of the coat? b - What is the relationship between the defeat against the Philistines and the loss of Shaul's monarchy?
Shaul in the cave
Chapter 24
Rabbi Amnon BazakShaul is caught by David and his men while hiding in the cave. Why does David tear Shaul's coat, and why does he regret doing so later? What is the Mashal ha-Kadmoni (Proverb of the Ancient)? What is the significance of this meeting between David and Shaul?
The Unique Traits of the House of Rachel
Dr. Yael Ziegler | Hour and 6 minutesThe Sages describe the "Children of Rachel" as having certain traits, and if one is born into a family with certain gifts - one is meant to use those gifts and character traits responsibly and for good purposes. Otherwise, there are dangers of corruption. In this shiur, we look at various prominent stories of descendants of Rachel throughout Tanakh (such as Yosef, Shaul, Esther and Mordechai) and examine their challenges and successes. Certain patterns come out (such as leadership and the motif of clothing), but ultimately it is the individual who chooses to use these traits properly or not. The various stories of the Children of Rachel can offer a formula of leadership and survival in the Diaspora - and to find God beneath the surface.