Vayishlach 2022: Ya’akov’s Name – How to Overcome Internal Struggles

Parshas Vayishlach: Ya'akov's name - How to Overcome Internal Struggles

Thesis: Overcoming internal struggles can feel painful, it is still a source of personal blessing.

Question: Why did the angel ask Ya’akov for his name.

Answer: He was asking Ya’akov if he was the same person who is afraid of confrontation, or has overcome his personal weakness.

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