Vayera: When Does G-d Lose Patience?

From Abraham until today: Turning a closed heart into an open conversation.

A bitter argument between Abraham and Sarah is settled by G-d Himself, teaching us the Jewish model for running the home, and the proper roles of husband and wife.

Abraham hosted G-d Himself in his tent. When he saw three passing Arabs, he asked G-d to wait while he welcomes and cares for them. Only later did he reveal that his guests were in fact angels in disguise… Did Abraham keep G-d waiting for a fake mitzvah?
An original analysis of the Biblical story

In this week’s Haftorah, we read a fascinating story about an evil king, a poor widow, and children who are almost taken into slavery. What’s the deeper meaning? Kabbalah has the answer.