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Korach: The Yearning for High Priesthood


The rebellion of Korach and his assembly is remembered as the ultimate example of a destructive conflict. Yet, if we look beneath the surface, there was a spark of an elevated and positive desire. How can we learn from this story to adopt the positive inner drive, while at the same time, avoid the consequences of destructive conflict? 


Korach and his followers did not deny the prophecy of Moses. They knew with absolute certainty that Moses was the faithful servant of G-d. Their error was more subtle: they falsely believed that the divine structures and boundaries could be altered or expanded through human initiative. What truly drove the assembly of Korach was an overwhelming passion for the Priesthood. This desire, in and of itself, was so noble that even Moses validated it, saying, "I, too, desire this." They desperately wanted to be in the…


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Every act of kindness and compassion becomes a light that transforms both the world around us and the heart within us.


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academyofshem
5 days ago

"An indication of a later revelation to the sons of No'ach was preserved for us in the seven No'achide commandments, from which we can deduce some basic principles, I.e.:


1 acknowledgement of God as the One Alone;

  1. justice, as guided by the inner revelation of man's conscience;

  2. control of bestial drives and self-protection against bestial degeneration.


Demands based on the principle of loving kindness are, however, missing. (Sanhedrin 56a)

This was from R' S. R. Hirsch's "19 Letters." The OP is a lovely sentiment, but it is not part of Noahide Law.

Shelach: The Limits of Reason


In this Torah portion we learn about the spies who went to tour the promised land of Israel.  Moses sent to spy out the Land and his goal was positive: he wanted the people to use their human intelligence to plan how to settle the land, making them excited for the journey ahead. Using our intellect to find practical, efficient methods to spread justice, kindness, and honesty in our everyday lives is exactly what G-d wants from us. So the question arises : the spies used their own intellect to understand the land of Israel, why were they punished? 


Moses asked them to gather information about the land and its inhabitants. He did not ask them to decide whether G-d's promise could be fulfilled. Instead, the spies used their intellect to totally change their mission.  They  concluded wrongly that it cannot be conquered and settled!…


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Benny
Benny
Jun 10

What a beautiful lesson! I have always heard about Joshua and Caleb giving the good report, but never a lesson on the remaining 10. BH

Seeking Guidance: Balancing Family, Faith, and Future Steps

Hello everyone, I’m sincerely committed to walking the Noahide path and shaping my life around Torah‑based ethics. This path has brought me clarity and purpose, and I’m taking steady steps to grow in a grounded and responsible way. In the long term, I am also considering the possibility of joining the Jewish people when the time is right, but for now my focus is on living the Noahide path with integrity.One challenge I’m facing is how to maintain healthy boundaries with family members who don’t fully understand the direction I’m taking. Their reactions often come from concern, but the conversations can become tense, and I sometimes feel pressured to justify myself or minimize what this path means to me. I want to stay respectful while also protecting the space I need to grow.I would truly appreciate any guidance or experiences from others who have navigated similar situations. How did you…
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Benny
Benny
Jun 10

We all have had that issue where others think we are taking a wrongful path. Not knowing that it brings us closer to the one true God.

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