Moshiach: A Foundation of Judaism – Part Two

In this week's Torah portion, Jacob passes away. Yet, the name of Parshah seems to reveal otherwise.

What is the difference between Judaism and all other "ism's"?

What is the most ideal form of prayer? Why does G-d need me to pray with others?

Why does Judaism insist that the Messianic era be ushered in by a human being? How can we trust a mortal?

Here is why the Jewish people merited to be taken out of Egypt and brought to the land of Israel. They stayed true to their Jewish identity despite the powerful outsides forces. The same lesson rings true for us today.