Edom’s – Esau’s – downfall will be the final conflict before the ultimate redemption of Israel, which is what the prophet means with his closing words, “ Saviours will ascend Mount Zion, to judge ...

Parashat Vayishlach opens with Jacob returning to the Land of Israel after his 20-year exile with his uncle Lavan in Aram Naharayim. After 20 years of exploitation by his devious and mendacious uncle ...