The Shmuz on the Parsha: Vayieshiv: Living Like a Rock
<p style='text-align:justify;'><span style='color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Arial, sans-serif;'>In this week’s parsha, Rashi explains how the lives of <em>tzadikim</em>, beloved to Hashem, are described in detail in the Torah. This is in contrast to <em>reshaim</em> like Eisav whose lives are not dwelt upon. Rashi compares the <em>reshaim</em> to ‘rocks’, something that is discarded when searching for a gem in the sand. The implication is that a life of evil is as worthless as a rock. </span><br><span style='color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Arial, sans-serif;'>What is the value of a human life? Although the chemical composition of man is worth little more than $980, in the Torah’s eyes, a life is invaluable. But are you living your best life? How can you be sure you’re not ‘living like a rock’, going through the motions of life but not adding anything of lasting value? Your potential in <em>ruchnius</em> is unlimited. You are a <em>neshama</em> with infinite potential. This shmuz will give you the focus you need to ensure your actions are purposeful and your life is one of meaning. </span> </p>
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