“And You Shall Be a Blessing” (Bereishis 12:2)
This verse reveals that HaShem transferred the power of bestowing blessings to Avraham. Until this point, HaShem Himself had blessed Adam, Noach, and Avraham. Now, however, HaShem granted Avraham the unique merit to bless whomever he chose.
Why did HaShem entrust this sacred power to a human being? Because Avraham Avinu perfected the trait of loving-kindness. His heart overflowed with love for every person, and he continuously performed acts of kindness for all of HaShem’s creations. Since Avraham’s heart pulsed with pure love and compassion, HaShem deemed him worthy to become the conduit through which blessings would flow to all of mankind.
The love, care, and joy that fill our hearts for others awaken the power of our own blessings.
Today: Envision Avraham lovingly extending his blessings to you and to all of Klal Yisrael. Feel the “blessings of Avraham” bringing limitless goodness into your life. Strive to emulate Avraham’s boundless love and compassion, so that sweet blessings for others may constantly flow from your own heart. (Based on Rashi, as explained in Da’as Torah) Would you like me to adapt it for spoken delivery (e.g., for a drasha or class), or keep it in this written essay style?
HaShem blesses us that we may be worthy to bring joy and delight to Him. In this light, HaShem said to Avraham, “You shall be a blessing”—meaning, you will be a blessing to Me, for through your righteousness and faith, you will achieve spiritual perfection and guide all humanity to walk in the ways of HaShem. Your life will become a living example of holiness and kindness, inspiring others to recognize and serve their Creator.
HaShem regarded Avraham as a true blessing because Avraham’s influence would awaken others to live in a manner that brings pleasure to HaShem.
Strive to be a “blessing to HaShem” in your own life—by inspiring your family, friends, and community to deepen their love for Torah, strengthen their observance of mitzvos, and bring greater light and holiness into the world. (Based on the commentary of the Seforno to Parshas Lech Lecha)
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