The Book of Judges’ disturbing conclusion is the tale of Levite Traveler and his Concubine Wife. In the story, an older man from Gilbeah took the Levite and his wife in for the night as an act of hospitality. The town was Benjamite. Judges 19. There, “the people of the city, lawless people, surrounded the house, bangingContinue reading “A Book of Judges Ten Commandments’ Moment: Civil War”
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A Ten Commandments’ Moment From Mishpatim: God As My Witness?
As a practicing lawyer for over 33 years, I have spent decades litigating newly enacted legislation. No matter how well-crafted or conceived, laws always contain ambiguity. After the provision of the Ten Commandments in the Yitro, the Torah Portion Mishpatim follows with the announcement of seminal laws shaping Judaism. One of the most notable from Mishpatim is theContinue reading “A Ten Commandments’ Moment From Mishpatim: God As My Witness?”
Magna Carta Or Matot-Massei? Who Deserves Due (Process) Credit?
the 1215 english magna carta is credited for the notion of “due process”. “due process”, per black’s law dictionary, fifth edition, is “law in its regular course of administration through courts of justice. the magna carta’s “due process” legacy extended across the pond to be embraced by the rebellious colonies which formed the united statesContinue reading “Magna Carta Or Matot-Massei? Who Deserves Due (Process) Credit?”
Victim Shaming? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
legendary nurenberg prosecutor, mr. ben ferencz, recently passed away at the age of 103. a news report told of mr. ferencz’ experience at a concentration camp that was being liberated. this was the experience upon which he learned that vengeance was never the answer. he told of concentration camp prisoners, days after their liberation, capturedContinue reading “Victim Shaming? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Of Justice & The Injustice of Social Justice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
my law school alma mater events religiously has school officials and dignitaries preaching the commitment to social justice. mere justice, however, is never mentioned. those within the united states’ legal system are attempting to overreach their role in society. laws and legal systems are meant to administer justice. rather, they have taken the position thatContinue reading “Of Justice & The Injustice of Social Justice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
A Portion of “Real” Justice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
in modern times, the word “justice” has been replaced with the word “social justice.” are they the same? upon my frequent visits to my former law school, “social justice” is often referenced in speeches concerning the school’s goals and aspirations. “justice” for justice’s sake, is never mentioned. this week’s torah portion, shoftim, offers historic pronouncementsContinue reading “A Portion of “Real” Justice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Indulgences Will Get You Nowhere? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
We think people deserve a second chance jimmy haslam the catholic church, in some remote time, practiced indulgences. essentially allowed, sinners could buy off forgiveness by making a church contribution. is this is the tale of a modern day indulgence? recently, mr. jimmy halam and his wife mrs. dee haslam, in an opportunity to improveContinue reading “Indulgences Will Get You Nowhere? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Lone Justice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
the united states’ most powerful and success sports league, the national football league or nfl, has a crisis on hand. they have an employee how has been accused of and has been likened to be a sexual predator. a large number of lawsuits were filed against this individuals by the women accusing him of misconduct.Continue reading “Lone Justice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
A Victory For Common Sense…And Justice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
most people view will mr. austin simon’s as both tragic and unnecessary. a dispute over a $3.00 bag of chips should not result in a life ending moment. this life was ended as a result of policies that created “toxic entitlement.” new york’s charging of the man, who acted in self-defense was tragic and representedContinue reading “A Victory For Common Sense…And Justice: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
A Much Needed Win: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
‘And that’s exactly what we are fighting to change.’ chesa boudin or the people who wanted him gone? occupational choice is important for one’s success in life. the right choice can provide one wealth, fulfillment and accomplishment. the bad choice can be a source of unhappiness. an individual’s wrong occupational choice can unfortunately impact society. Continue reading “A Much Needed Win: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
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