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 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 lies on his deathbed, surrounded by his sons – the 12 tribes of Israel, the foundational pillars of the nation. In his final words, Jacob gazes into the future of his descendants, offering ...