Jacob was careful to bless his sons in the appropriate and specific manner for each one, as it says: “And he blessed them, each according to the blessing he gave them.” (Genesis 49:28).

Jacob (Genesis 48). Jacob inquires as to who is accompanying Joseph. Joseph responds that it is his two sons, and then Jacob asks that they come closer so he may bless his two grandsons.

This week’s Torah portion, “Vayehi,” concludes the Book of Genesis with the death ... and Leah). Jacob then proceeds to bless each of his sons – although curiously, the blessings are ...

Jacob (Genesis 48). Jacob inquires as to who is accompanying Joseph. Joseph responds that it is his two sons, and then Jacob asks that they come closer so he may bless his two grandsons.