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This shiur presents key biblical narratives from Beresheet detailing Jacob's (Yaakov's) significant journeys and the erection of several stone pillars, or matzeivot.

We analyze these monuments, particularly focusing on the events at Beit El and the pillar marking Rachel’s burial place. Commentators debate the theological justification for Jacob's actions, exploring whether the matzevot served as acts of worship, simple place markers, or indicators of future land inheritance.