Friday, November 6, 2026

Chayei Sarah - Yishael's Downfall

Why is Yishmael's name placed after the name of Yitzchak in the context of the death of Avraham? Why, in once place does it speak of the people of Yishmael as dwelling, using the word nafal-falling, while in one place it speaks of them dwelling with the root shachan? What is the idea of Yishmael trying to 'grab the Beis Hamikdash-Temple?' What did the children of Yishmael and Keturah say to Alexander the great when they made their claim to the land of Israel? When does Yishmael have a right to inherit the land of Israel alongside the Jewish people, and when do we have exclusive rights?

Find out in this week's Parsha Podcast.

Running time: 28:27



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