The story of Avraham is divided between two portions because they were two distinct stages, Lech Lecha and Vayera. One is like a brick, the other a stone. One Aramaic, the other Hebrew. One like an angel, the other so much higher.

Why have a single window on the ark? Why does Rashi offer two interpretations as to the light source in the ark? And what lessons are there for us about the different ways we can truly shine?

Can there be prophets nowadays? The answer leads the Rebbe to a fascinating observation about where it is best to do a Mitzvah.

What does it mean to be sincere with G-d? How do we avoid anxiety about the future? The Rebbe breaks down the implications of a Rashi.

How can we cleave to G-d? And why does Rashi seem to keep changing how he addresses the question?

Were the Jews into eating blood or were they disgusted by it?

The Rebbe analyzes two explanations offered by Rashi.

Women's obligation to study Torah is sometimes presented as an obligation to know the necessary laws, and other times as a participation in the Torah study of their husbands and sons. The Rebbe analyzes the parameters and application of each.

What's the common denominator between the breaking of the Tablets and the passing of righteous people? The Rebbe emphasizes a positive message in each.