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The incredible technological development is one of the things that have made this possible, and Israel is a leader in this as well. Technology allows more non-work time, makes Torah libraries available in everyone’s "window," and allows for all sorts of Torah to be disseminated instantaneously, day and night.
So we can say that Yeshayahu’s prophecy (2:3), "For from Zion will come forth Torah and the word of Hashem from Jerusalem" has begun to be fulfilled. If we look at the verse’s simple reading in context it is that the Torah will be spread throughout the world and to all the nations; it will not be limited to the Nation of Israel in the Land of Israel. Let us look how the words of the prophet are being fulfilled in our times.
Torah does not have to be limited to what we usually call Torah – Tanach and the Oral Law. It can also include a set of values and valuable infrastructure that the Jewish People can impart to the nations of the world. It can include:
1. The sanctity of human life and the obligation to beware not to harm anyone without explicit permission. In a case of pikuach nefesh (danger to human life), all mitzvot (except for the three most severe) are overridden.
2. The obligation to help those who are (defined in a variety of ways as) weak. This obligation is mentioned tens of times in Torah, and the Prophets stressed it even more.
Let us look at what has happened in these fields. Israel is the birthplace of the "stent," a medical device that has saved millions throughout the world who suffer from severe vascular problems. Israel, and its capital, Jerusalem, is also a leader in the field of autonomous cars, which are expected to save many lives with safer driving. It will also improve the quality of living and will allow there to be fewer cars on the streets. (It may also help limit problems of chillul Shabbat; poskim will have to come up with guidelines that will emerge when such systems are available.)
In the field of help for the needy, Israel is a leader in the field of water desalinization and energy creation, which is crucial in places where there is a shortage of these resources. These technologies can make life more livable for millions of people. Israel is a power in the field of helping the sight impaired. An Israeli invention makes written material accessible to the blind and enables people without sight to get around safely. We do not have enough room in this forum to continue with other important developments.
Let us spend Yom Ha’atzmaut giving gratitude to Hashem for all the good that He has bestowed upon us through the establishment of the State and for the privilege of living in a place that has helped fulfill, if seen broadly and to a certain degree, the pasuk: "For from Zion will come forth Torah and the word of Hashem from Jerusalem."
P'ninat Mishpat Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
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Shoftim TESHUVA IN COURT OF LAW?
Parshat Shoftim-Chodesh Elul
Why does parshat Shoftim always come out during Elul? This innovative and central explanation is an eye-opener regarding many aspects of Judaism.
The Month of Elul TESHUVA IS THE ANSWER
The month of Elul serves as a vital time for self-reflection and personal accountability to prepare for true repentance.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
P'ninat Mishpat Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Chemdat Yamim The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part II
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the cornerstone laying for the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh – 1938)
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the cornerstone laying for the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh – 1938)
Re'e NEVER EXTREME EXCEPT ISRAEL
Parshat Re'eh
Judaism is against extremism, so how can we understand the seemingly extreme statements found in our sages in favor of living in the Land of Israel and against living in Chutz laAretz? The article deals with the seeming contradiction between the strength of Free-Will and the strength of being influenced by our surroundings.
Ekev DANCE FOR ISRAEL- FOR YOUR BENEFIT
Parshat Eikev
Description: The 7 Haftarot we read after Tisha B'Av ("Shiva D'Nichemta") surely get us excited that they're coming TRUE, and awaken us to yearn, dance & join the return to Zion! The short article also deals with the problems and solutions facing the American Jewish community as discussed at a recent panel, as well as the question why Jews come from America to Israel to help when we face problems, but Israelis don't come to aid Jews in America when they face anti-Semitism.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: Twin Foundations
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
