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Lot

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Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 06 May 2012 / 0 Comment



Hi, Sorry about the suspense! What’s the end of the Lot and Sodom story? We left off with Lot’s home being surrounded by the “people of Sodom.” … Then G-d intervenes. The people are struck with a form of blindness.  And they leave. (Genesis, 19:11-16) … It turns out, that these guests were really angels, […]

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CTN TORAH MINUTE


Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 06 May 2012 / 0 Comment



Hi, There’s one more story about Lot. And unfortunately, it’s on my mind today. We had seen that Lot was hosting two guests. The “people of Sodom” surrounded his home in order to sexually assault them. Lot’s response? Shocking! He went out and pleaded with them.  (Genesis; 4-8) “I beg you… do not act wickedly. […]

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CTN TORAH MINUTE


Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 06 May 2012 / 0 Comment



Here’s a Jewish perspective. The Torah gives us a glimpse into the decadence of Sodom. (Genesis, 19:1-5) Lot, Abraham’s nephew, has two guests in his home. And after he feeds them, the trouble starts. Word goes around that there are strangers in town! “The people of Sodom” surround the house. Not just a few “rotten […]

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CTN TORAH MINUTE


Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 06 May 2012 / 0 Comment



Hope you’re having a great day! … Mention the Biblical figure ‘Lot’. The response of many Jews? ‘Who?’ … Which is part of the tragedy of Lot’s life. Lot was Abraham’s nephew. And was influenced by his teachings. When G-d sent Abraham on his mission? Lot was with him. (Genesis; 12:4) It looked like he […]

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