This is a difficult day in our difficult history, and we look at it squarely and honestly. We acknowledge all that happened during that period, and at the same time express determination and responsibility to ensure that that which they did not merit, we shall endeavor to achieve.
At the beginning of parashat Shemot, Pharaoh speaks of "the nation of Bnei Yisrael.” This expression appears immediately after the introductory verses describing the descent of Yaakov's family to Egypt.
In Parshiot Vayigash and Vayechi, Yosef demonstrates a complete lack of interest in revenge against his brothers. We find a similar trait in King David and in the Mashiach. What is the significance of this trait?
