Perfect Body! A Torah Portion Afterthought
Perfect Body podcast is an afterthought on the weekly Torah portions. The Torah is the first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. Take time this year to read the Torah and be refreshed in your body, mind, and spirit. I tell the story of a portion of the portion breaking it down into bite size pieces that you can swallow so that you can eat and be full but not too full. Save room for your personal self-discovery as you engage in Torah study. Subscribe to this show to receive a new show every week. Visit http://www.shirahchante.com/podcast for more inspiration.
Perfect Body! A Torah Portion Afterthought
Vayetze: Sister Wars
Sister Wars: Jacob's Journey and Familial Turmoil
In this episode of Perfect Body, a Torah Portion Afterthought Podcast, Shirah Chante delves into the Torah portion Vayeize covering Genesis chapters 28-32. After some brief updates about her streaming quality, Shirah Chante introduces the main topic of discussion: the dramatic narrative involving Jacob, his two wives Leah and Rachel, and their struggle with envy, love, and fertility. She recounts Jacob's journey to his uncle Laban's house, his romantic pursuit of Rachel, and the ensuing Sister Wars marked by Leah's fruitful womb and Rachel's initial barrenness. Shirah Chante ties the ancient story to her personal experiences and Biblical insights, emphasizing the significance of angels and a divine presence in daily life. She concludes with a reminder of the importance of faith, love, and community. Give to support the show below.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:53 Technical Issues and Stream Quality
01:39 Torah Study Background
04:05 Jacob and Esau: The Blessing
07:46 Jacob's Ladder: A Divine Dream
11:45 Angelic Encounters: A Personal Story
19:10 Sister Wars: Leah and Rachel
29:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts