# S4 Ep. 8:  Can Envy Ever Be Healed? What Jacob and Esav Teach Us About the 10th Commandment

From **A Book Like No Other** by Aleph Beta.

- **Published:** Tue, 27 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400
- **Duration:** 59:42
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<p>PLEASE FILL OUT OUR SURVEY: <a href='https://bit.ly/BLNOlistenersurvey'>https://bit.ly/BLNOlistenersurvey</a></p><p>In the season finale, Rabbi Fohrman and Imu explore the final commandment—<b>“Thou shalt not covet”</b>—through the emotional reunion of Jacob and Esau. As they unpack the psychological wounds left by their father’s perceived favoritism, a deeper truth emerges: healing comes not from acquiring more, but from seeing the divine in one another. Through a close reading of the text, they reveal how these once-bitter rivals move beyond envy, offering a profound lesson on finding wholeness in our relationships.</p><p>For more on Rabbi Fohrman&apos;s reading of the deception story, see this essay from his book <a href='https://members.cdn.prismic.io/members/Z45j75bqstJ99o9G_thejacobsagafromgenesisaparshacompanion.pdf'><b>Genesis: A Parsha Companion</b></a><b>, </b>as well as this video<b> </b><a href='https://members.alephbeta.org/video/deceit-of-isaac/story-of-isaac-rebekah-esau-birthright'><b>Why Did Rebecca Trick Her Husband Isaac</b></a><b>.</b></p><p>We love to hear from you! Click <a href='https://www.speakpipe.com/ABookLikeNoOther'>here</a> to share your thoughts, insights, questions, and reactions by voice note, or send us an email at info@alephbeta.org.</p><p><em>A Book Like No Other </em>is a product of Aleph Beta, and made possible through the generous support of Shari and Nathan Lindenbaum. Aleph Beta is a Torah media company dedicated to spreading the joy and love of meaningful Torah learning worldwide.</p>