Parashat Vayetze
What is the name of yesterday's torah portion?
Vayetze
How many years did Jacob work so that he could marry Rachel (until he was tricked into marrying Rachel's sister Leah)?
He worked for 7 years until he could marry Leah
What is the name of this week's torah portion?
Vayishlach
What (who?) went up and down the ladder in Jacob's dream?
Angels
How many years in total did Jacob need to work for Laban until he was allowed to marry Rachel?
14 years (7 years for Leah then another 7 years for Rachel)
Why does Jacob give his brother Esav a lot of animals?
So he will forgive him (for having received the blessing of the firstborn)
What did Jacob pour on the rock that he slept on?
Oil
What did Rachel name her son?
Joseph
What is the name of Jacob's twin brother? (hint: Jacob tricked his father into giving him his brother's blessing the blessing of the firstborn).
Esav
What is Jacob's mothers name?
Rebecca (Rivka)
Who was Jacob's favorite son?
Joseph
What name was given to Jacob after he wrestled with the angel?
Israel
What does the name Israel mean?
Wrestles with G-D