this blog is promotional. posts point to materials and concepts with the intent that the reader may be inspired to learn more. the bible and bible-based religion is essentially a massive onion. there are many layers. in one’s lifetime, it is likely that all of the layers may not be pulled back. learning and reachingContinue reading “Unpeeling The Onion: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
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“Toxic Expectations”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
sensitivities can distort or destroy one’s perspective. rising “expectations” of how others should act can reach a “toxic” level. this can lead to the unnecessary demonization of groups. for some, especially the young, specialness or uniqueness is good cause to make the whole world stop, take note, and handle with care. i offer the synagogueContinue reading ““Toxic Expectations”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Unforeseen Consequence of “The Loop”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
“Shall I conceal from Abraham what I am doing? genesis 18:17 the vayeira torah portion famously confronts “the loop.” governments, businesses, families and relationships have their “loop” moments. both trust and the stability of the relationship are at stake. building or maintaining relationships can require bringing someone “into the loop.” there are many happenings inContinue reading “The Unforeseen Consequence of “The Loop”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Modern Shema? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
the shema refers to one of the most famous lines in the torah: “hear o israel, the lord our god, the lord is one.” deuteronomy 6:4. one particular utterance of the shema is cemented in history. rabbi akiva, who lived under roman occupation, openly defied their prohibition of teaching the torah. as a result, heContinue reading “The Modern Shema? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Why Does This Always Happen? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
in a world with geopolitical conflict, prejudice, hatred…why do these things happen? cooperation. a newborn was in trouble. he was the child of a syrian refugee family living in cyprus. he was part of triplets and weighed 3.3 pounds. his life threatening congestive heart defect was to create a diplomatic event. mr. johnny yusuf neededContinue reading “Why Does This Always Happen? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Sabbath Queen & The Monarch King: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
with king charles iii’s coronation, a special event is preceeding it. the eternal sabbath queen is being honored. with the coronation on the sabbath, king charles had accommodated his nation’s rabbi stay with a stay at the royal house. this sleeping arrangement will allow chief rabbi ephraim mirvis to both observe the sabbath as wellContinue reading “The Sabbath Queen & The Monarch King: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Consequences Of Child Sacrifice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
parents have dreams and aspirations for their children. even when a child is still in the womb, parents a plotting out their new edition’s pathway towards success. irrespective of physical and mental realities, parents take on sometimes irrational beliefs of their child’s destiny; the next “tiger woods,” the next “albert einstein.” life often gets inContinue reading “The Consequences Of Child Sacrifice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Worst Person In The World? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
generosity is treacherous business. when consulted on this issue, i advise that “if you are loaning money to someone, you should do so with the expectation that you will never be repaid.” acts of generosity are often met with disappointment. for instance, not only will loaned money not be repaid, it will often be usedContinue reading “The Worst Person In The World? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Abraham, Michael Corleone & Current Events: A Lech Lecha Tale
It’s not personal. It’s just business michael corleone judges often describe a good settlement as one in which all parties to the agreement are upset. a greater truth to settlements is that at least one party to a settlement feels cheated or shortchanged. the classic movie the godfather’s most famous line is delivered by theContinue reading “Abraham, Michael Corleone & Current Events: A Lech Lecha Tale”
Omissions Lack Clarity: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
a “great” lawyer understands both elements and points. awesome legal writers comprehensively address these two items for “winning” briefs. omissions expose weakness to one’s case. crimes or torts have specific elements. competent legal writers explain and address each and every element. in case briefing, judges often lay out issues to discuss. not discussing an issueContinue reading “Omissions Lack Clarity: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
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