From JobShuk…back in the day
While Moshe was receiving the Luchot from Hashem, the Jewish people believed that Moshe was delayed in returning and grew fearful. They turned to Aharon who instructed them to collect jewelry, and before Moshe returns, they had created this golden calf. This story fits a little too well with the final efforts of a business …
Continue reading “Nisht in Shabbos Gereht, vol. 19: Parshat Ki Tisa”
I stumbled across this article while researching my own, which goes into much more depth than I would, so I’ll be brief here. The purpose of the Kohen’s clothing, as some explain, and perhaps the entire mishkan and mikdash, are to inspire the people to an awe of G-d. The magnificent structure and symbols lead …
Continue reading “Nisht in Shabbos Gereht, vol. 18: Parshat Titzave”
Most of us know the famous commentary on the beginning of Parshat Truma. The question raised is why the text uses the language of "taking" when referring to donations of a voluntary heart. The common explanation is that we receive more than we give when donating or being charitable, especially for G-d’s will. Is there …
Continue reading “Nisht in Shabbos Gereht, vol. 17: Parshat Truma”
This series has commonly discussed business-related lessons learned out from non-business-related stories and verses in the weekly Parsha. I believe that this may be one of the "70 countenances to the Torah." It’s enjoyable for me to find and share these lessons, and I hope you enjoy reading them. When interpreting the Torah, it’s easy …
Continue reading “Nisht in Shabbos Gereht, vol. 16: Parshat Mishpatim”