A new episode in the series of talks by the Chief Rabbi of Dnipro, Shmuel Kaminezki, dedicated to the weekly Torah portion “Vayetze,” has been released on the “Menorah” YouTube channel. In his address, Rabbi Shmuel explores profound questions related to the nature of envy, the true source of blessing, and the spiritual causes of conflicts that accompany a person even when they bring good and prosperity to those around them.
The portion “Vayetze” tells how Jacob, who made Laban’s household wealthy and successful, is forced to leave due to growing hatred and distrust. Rabbi Kaminezki explains why the success of a righteous person sometimes provokes aggression and why enemies always seek to “bring the Jew back.”
In the episode, Rabbi Shmuel provides vivid historical examples, including the story of the Strauss brothers, owners of Macy’s, whose fate miraculously turned out to be connected to the tragedy of the Titanic. These stories help understand how Jewish “mazal” (fortune) works, why envy primarily destroys the one who feels it, and how honesty and faith pave the way to true blessing.
This lesson is addressed to everyone who wants to understand the spiritual causes of wealth and poverty, comprehend why blessing accompanies honest labor, and realize the power of the connection to the Land of Israel as a source of life and spiritual resilience.
Watch the new episode on the “Menorah” YouTube channel and share your impressions.
