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At times like this, it is worthwhile to set standards for who is a respected member of human civilization and who is not. Practically, a nation that does not accept basic human rights should not be able to receive donations from international welfare organizations or protection from international charters. We suggest not only expecting fulfillment of the seven Noahide laws, but raising the bar to acceptance on some level of the Ten Commandments (not always in the way that Bnei Yisrael was commanded).
We will survey an adapted Ten Commandments in this context. 1-2 – Acceptance of Hashem and not having idols – A large part of humanity always has embraced monotheism and divine incorporeality. We should try to expand this in a noncoercive manner. 3. Not swearing falsely in Hashem’s Name – The fact that we were created in the "form of Hashem" is connected to our ability to speak, and this obligates us. We must therefore be careful about what we say, and speak truthfully, as lying desecrates Hashem and our own status. (Distortions with the help of AI are very dangerous in this regard.) 4. Shabbat – At least in Shabbat’s "between-man-and-man" element, societies should be expected to have a weekly day of rest, as opposed to elements of slavery that still exist in the world. 5. Respect for parents – This bedrock of humanity should be expanded to generally include gratitude for the good bestowed upon us. A society that looks out for the needs of its elderly combines these important elements. 6. Murder – The sanctity of human life must always be the basis of a society. Murderers not only hurt victims and their families but undermine society. Rape is included in this. 7. Adultery – Fidelity between spouses is part and parcel of morality. 8. Theft – Respect for another’s property and certainly his own personal liberty (no hostage taking) is basic. 9. False testimony – Honest testimony is necessary to have an effective judicial system, which, understandably, is one of the seven Noahide requirements. 10. Not to covet that which belongs to another – This raises the bar quite high and it is not usually possible to check or enforce it, but it is important to have it as a goal.
A world in which the Ten Commandments are pillars of society is one in which people are safe and raises the possibility of striving for world peace. Any attempt to ensure peace without such guidelines of morality will just strengthen evil. This has become clearer than ever in light of the world reaction to the treacherousness of Hamas and its allies.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 8- "Answering Questions on the Kuzari's Proof from Mass Revelation
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Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 9 - "Seeing is Believing" (parag. 21-30)
These paragraphs elaborate on the theme that seeing and knowing is better than any attempt to prove logically, and begins explaining the difference between Israel and gentiles.
Ein Aya Various Universal Stages of the Geula Process
Rav Kook examines the various stages of redemption, explaining how (in addition to the obvious oft-mentioned stages of ingathering the exiles, reviving the Hebrew language, army, state etc.) the messianic dream of world prosperity, the State of Israel and world unity can and are realistically and logically gradually coming true.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 8- "Answering Questions on the Kuzari's Proof from Mass Revelation
How do we know that the "claim" of mass revelation to 2,000,000 witnesses at Mt. Sinai is really true? This important class answers all of the questions skeptics ask about this claim of the Kuzari.
Ein Aya Armies Still Necessary for Balance & the War Against Wars
Rav Kook explains why the world was originally divided into the various seemingly contradicting ideologies and cultures, in order to develop each one respectively. Swords or armies symbolize how each respective ideology defends themselves, as well as deters their opposing ideologies and cultures. On the other hand, the messianic era will be one of peace, and Rav Kook explains the transition to that stage, which mankind is already undergoing.
The Land of Israel LGBT'S IN ISRAEL
The question was asked, how can one make Aliyah with the LGBT parades?
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 7 - Five Accumulative Proofs of G-d
As a preparation for the Kuzari's classic proof of G-d from the mass-revelation at Sinai, we start here with 5 other directions to strengthen our belief which also contribute to what the Kuzari will present as well.
Ein Aya Muscle & Meaning: The Dual Nature of Gevurah (Physical Strength)
Is physical strength and fitness a necessity or an ideal? Although it if often totally overlooked among topics of Judaism, Rav Kook writes that it clearly is also a necessity to deter the many enemies of Israel, but even in Y'mot HaMashiach, in the Messianic era, to a certain extent, it's ideal continues even after our enemies will have been finished off.
