The Good Side Of Esau

Toledot | Genesis, Bereishit | 5773

A nuanced look at Esau, seeking the positive dimension in him and examining the question of whether a person is evil from birth or has free will to choose. The Lubavitcher Rebbe's positive perspective is that the real difference between Jacob and Esau was not their nature but Jacob's dedication to developing goodness further.

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