Venue: Young Israel of Oceanside Young Israel of Oceanside

Parsha:

Vayeitzei 

Collections: R' Jonathan Muskat Drashot

Description

This drasha explores how Lavan in Parshat Vayeitzei represents a subtle but destructive kind of antagonist - one who begins with admiration, shifts to envy, and ultimately seeks to erase Jewish identity. It then draws a parallel to modern movements that claim moral high ground while delegitimizing Israel and isolating Jews, showing how the “Lavan pattern” repeats in every generation. The message concludes by urging us to respond like Yaakov - with clarity, integrity, and a strong sense of Jewish identity.