Mikeitz
מִקֵּץ
After [Two Years]
Genesis 41:1−44:17
When Is Mikeitz Read?
/ 4 Tevet 5784
/ 27 Kislev 5785
/ 30 Kislev 5786
Summary
- Joseph interprets Pharaoh's two dreams and predicts seven years of prosperity followed by seven years of famine. (41:1-32)
- Pharaoh places Joseph in charge of food collection and distribution. (41:37-49)
- Joseph marries Asenath, and they have two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. (41:50-52)
- When Joseph's brothers come to Egypt to buy food during the famine, Joseph accuses them of spying. He holds Simeon hostage while the rest of the brothers return to Canaan to retrieve Benjamin for him. (42:3-42:38)
- The brothers return to Egypt with Benjamin and for more food. Joseph continues the test, this time falsely accusing Benjamin of stealing and declaring that Benjamin must remain his slave. (43:1-44:17)
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Parashat Mikeitz: Joseph interprets dreams
Parashat Mikeitz is positively dreamy. From cows to corn, this story is full of enigmatic clues to what's up in Egypt. Sociologist Tobin Belzer brings us inside the brain of the great dream interpreter: Joseph. Enjoy this video and more with BimBam.
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Ten Minutes of Torah: Mikeitz Commentary
Faith and Belief
By: Rabbi Stacy Rigler
Descriptions of religion often focus on belief, miracles, and observance. I have always wondered more about the connection between religion and self-confidence or inner faith. This week's Torah portion, Mikeitz, relies on the faith of multiple characters and reminds us of the importance of our inner voice.
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