Issachar came to be because of the donkey

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Published Jan 13, 2026

Sharone Lankry

In this week’s Torah Nuggets, we uncover a hidden and powerful layer in the blessing of Issachar—described by Yaakov as a “strong-boned donkey resting between boundaries.”

Through Rashi and a fascinating Midrash, we discover that this blessing is not an insult, but one of the greatest praises imaginable: the strength to carry the burden of Torah, the yoke of Heaven, and the responsibility of spiritual continuity.

We explore the mysterious story of the dudaim (mandrake plant), its strange scream, the donkey that “caused” Issachar’s birth, and the prophetic choice Rachel made to ensure that the tribe of Torah would enter the world.

This class reveals how spiritual greatness often enters reality through hidden sacrifice, selflessness, and unseen strength—and how Issachar’s role continues to define the backbone of Torah learning throughout Jewish history.
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