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CONGREGATION AGUDATH ACHIM
HIDDEN GEMS FROM THE WEEKLY TORAH PORTION
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Look again at familiar Torah stories. Explore each week’s stained-glass artwork, surprising discoveries, and deeper discussion for your Shabbat table.
Each entry includes its Shabbat date, full poster, sources, and the full discussion to read right here on the website.
Chayei Sara — Shabbat November 7, 2026
Did Isaac invent the afternoon prayer? Why does the Torah tell the servant’s story twice? Discover two hidden gems in Parashat Chayei Sara.
Vayera — Shabbat October 31, 2026
Did Abraham ask G-d to wait? Why was Ishmael judged according to his deeds in that moment? Discover two hidden gems in Parashat Vayera.
Lech Lecha — Shabbat October 24, 2026
Two hidden gems: Why did G-d say lech lecha, and could Abraham move beyond the future written in the stars?
Noach — Shabbat October 17, 2026
Can light shine from within the ark? Can faith coexist with doubt? Explore Rashi’s readings of Noah’s tzohar and hesitation, with the full poster and expanded discussion for Shabbat, October 17, 2026.
Bereishit · Shabbat October 10, 2026
Shabbat October 10, 2026 · Bereishit · Genesis 1:1–6:8. The Torah never names the forbidden fruit as an apple. What can the fig teach us about repair—and what does Ayeka, “Where are you?”, ask of us today?
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