A Place for Guests
Abraham is sitting near his tent when he notices three visitors. He hurries to welcome them and offers water and a shady place to rest.
Sarah helps prepare bread. Abraham brings food, and the visitors are invited to eat. In this part of the story, welcome is something people do with their hands as well as their words.
Rabbi Moose thinks of an empty chair at a crowded table. Sometimes welcoming someone begins by moving over, offering a drink, or noticing that a new friend does not know where to sit. We do not have to offer something grand. A small place made with care can feel very big to the person who needs it.
For grown-ups: the source and wider story
This is a selective retelling inspired by Genesis 18:1–8. It is not a translation or a complete account. Choose the wider discussion that fits your child.