Parshat Vayera
Take 2: The Negotiation
This video concentrates on Abraham's chutzpah (courage) in his famous negotiation with God. Watch the video to learn more about Abraham's unique leadership and then discuss these questions. Record the highlights of your discussion below.
Abraham spoke up in order to save others. Can you think of anyone else in history has done that? Is there anyone doing that right now? Think of someone who has influenced you to do good in this world. Spend some time telling stories to each other about this influencer. While you describe this person think about these questions:
Abraham spoke up in order to save others. Can you think of anyone else in history has done that? Is there anyone doing that right now? Think of someone who has influenced you to do good in this world. Spend some time telling stories to each other about this influencer. While you describe this person think about these questions:
- How did this person influence you - What steps did he or she take?
- Were you convinced easily or did it take time?
- Was he/she persistent?
- After this influencer did his/her job, what new steps did you take?
- Did you, in turn, influence others?
- How does it feel to influence others?