B’Reisheet

In the Beginning: What B’reisheet Teaches Us About Life Today The Torah begins with the word B’reisheet—“In the beginning.” It’s a fitting opening to a text that doesn’t just tell the story of the world’s creation but also introduces timeless lessons about humanity, purpose, and connection. As the first Torah portion, B’reisheet (Genesis 1:1–6:8) is rich with meaning, setting the…