04/11/2026
Diving Into Parashat Chayei Sarah
At Midreshet B’erot Bat Ayin, our Torah classes with Rabbi Benarroch are bringing the weekly Parasha to life!
This week, as we explored Parashat Chayei Sarah, we delved into Eliezer’s journey to find a suitable wife for Yitzchak. One of the most beautiful moments is when Eliezer witnesses Rivkah’s extraordinary kindness as she offers water not only to him but also to all his camels.
Her willingness to go above and beyond reveals her generosity, compassion, and true inner character.
This led us to a fascinating question: Just how much water can a thirsty camel drink? We discovered that a camel can drink up to 100–150 liters of water in a single drinking session! Imagine the incredible effort and kindness it took for Rivkah to water an entire caravan of camels!
Through these lively discussions, we discover how the Torah’s stories offer timeless lessons about kindness, generosity, and recognizing the greatness of a person’s character through their actions.