Torah and The Month of Sivan
By Anita Messica
Sivan, the third month of the Jewish calendar, has two meanings, Zyvan - Rays and Sivan - To See.
As we just learned and celebrated Shavuot, the receiving the of the Torah, we pray to see the rays of Torah in our personal lives and the future of the Jewish nation.
In this 3rd month, we see 3 is represented with the 3 parts of the Torah, given through the 3rd child Moses and the 3 parts of the Jews - Kohanim, Levite, and Israel. 3 also represents Shalom.
Torah is the blueprint of the world
The tribe of this month is Zebulun. Why did Jacob and Moses at the end of their lives first pay tribute to the tribe of Zebulun before Isaachar (in spite of Isaachar being older than Zebulun and despite the tribe of Isaachar studying Torah and had more spiritual leaders and scholars)?
We learn that Zebulun was the greatest businessman and provided not just for his family but also for the tribe of Isaachar so they could study Torah. Patrons and partners who facilitate the study of Torah have equal rewards to studying Torah.
Sivan 2024, in the State of Israel, the high court has withdrawn funding of Yeshivot, Torah study centers and mandated drafting orthodox students to the army, this during the time of war. Is this just a physical battle?
Even the head of the snake, Iran knows this is a spiritual battle. The Greek empire tried to stop Torah study, and where are they today?
The news of the high court may be a wake-up call to each of us and to test our will in supporting Torah study in the Yeshivot. Not just the future of the Jewish people, but the peace of the world lies in Torah.
This month is mentioned in Purim. The 23rd of Sivan has spiritual power to cancel evil decrees like in the scroll of Esther. On this coming Shabbat the 23rd of Sivan, we remember the evil decree of Haman against the Jews was canceled.
May we see the rays of Torah shine extra on this day through our prayers, mitzvot, and donations for Torah study.
By Anita Mesica
Anita Mesica is a new writer for the Noahide Academy, currently residing in Dallas, Texas. With a rich background that includes living in Israel for 10 years, she brings a unique perspective and depth of experience to her writing. As a dedicated mother of five, Anita skillfully balances her family life with her passion for sharing knowledge and insights with the Noahide community.
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