Lech Lecha (לֶךְ־לְּךָ)

The story of Noach, as interpreted by generations of Torah scholars, is a narrative of cosmic revision—a world flooded, then gently repaired. Each ingredient and step in our kitchen recipe invites us to participate in ongoing acts of tikkun, the Jewish concept of repairing the world, reminding us that with patience, hope, and communal effort, any brokenness can be mended and every story rewritten anew.

Read the Torah portion from the URJ. (More)

For another point of view, here is a Chabad version, (More)

Abraham’s Adventure—No Apron Required!

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Ingredients

1 hearty scoop of faith make it a mountain-sized scoop—don’t be shy!
2 heaping tablespoons of boldness—time to step out of your comfort zone and into the unknown!
1 full cup of trusting the process best if freshly ground, but store-bought will do!
3 mounds of divine blessings extra sprinkles encouraged!
Pinch of self-discovery secret ingredient—don’t leave it out!
As much promise and hope as your mixing bowl can hold
Optional: Your favorite companions Sarah, Lot, pets, or even your plants—everyone’s invited!

Instructions

Preheat your spiritual oven: Warm up your soul until you’re ready to hear, “Lech Lecha—Go forth!” Let that call rise like fresh challah dough and get your heart all toasty for new adventures.
Stir together faith and trust: In the biggest bowl you own, splash in faith and pour in trust. Whisk until it’s smooth—lumps of doubt will only add flavor! Remember, Abraham started with just a whisper and a dream.
Fold in courage: Drop in those bold tablespoons of courage. If it fizzles, add more! Like Abraham, don’t worry about leaving behind stale ingredients. New flavors await!
Knead in blessings: Mash those divine blessings into the dough. G-d’s promise to Abraham was better than a baker’s dozen—so let your mixture overflow with hope and sweetness.
Dust with self-discovery: Sprinkle in that pinch of self-discovery, letting it dance through your recipe. After all, “Lech Lecha” means “Go to yourself”—so don’t forget to taste and adjust as you go!
Pop into the oven of life: Slide your concoction into life’s oven, set to “adventure” mode. Expect a few sizzling challenges—famine, feuds, surprises—but let each one bake in a deeper flavor of resilience.
Top with hope and legacy: When it’s golden brown and irresistible, garnish with generous handfuls of hope. Serve up a big helping of legacy; your journey today is the secret recipe for blessings tomorrow.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

Best enjoyed with a generous side of laughter and a dash of reflection: “What’s next in my Lech Lecha story?”
Double the recipe and share with your crew—adventures are always better together!
Keep this recipe handy for those days you’re wondering, “Should I stay or should I go?”

Hint: The answer might be “Lech Lecha!”