Introduction In this portion we move from the early chapters of Genesis into some of the most dramatic narrative in the Torah: the story of Noah, the flood, the covenant, the incident with his sons, and then the tower at Babel and the genealogical transition toward Abraham’s family. The portion is named Noach (נֹחַ) after Noah, and covers Genesis…
Parsha Noach: A Fresh Beginning and a Call to Renewal This week’s Torah portion, Parsha Noach (Genesis 6:9–11:32), tells one of the most well-known stories in the Bible—the story of Noah, the ark, and the great flood. Yet beyond the familiar narrative lies a powerful message about faith, responsibility, and new beginnings. The portion opens by describing Noah as a…
A Story of Renewal, Responsibility, and Resilience The Torah portion Noach (Genesis 6:9–11:32) is often remembered as a tale of survival: Noah builds an ark, gathers the animals, and rides out a world-destroying flood. But to reduce this portion to a children’s story about rainbows and pairs of animals misses its depth. Noach is a profound exploration of human potential,…