beyond scripture, certain historical events provide guidance to children. certain tales from history offer life lessons. this historical knowledge is not scholarly. “low information” understanding can suffice. most individuals operate in “low information” mode. thus, they are able to grasp these important concepts. i spoke to one of my vendors concerning the “crypto” collapse courtesyContinue reading “Low Information Fail? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
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Hate For a Buck? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
“It’s memorial day for Kristallnacht! Treat yourself with more tender cheese on your crispy chicken kfc germany consumerism is king. while “hate” is bad, it has been impressively monetized. amazon, alphabet, aka google and youtube, and others have, either intentionally or unintentionally, profited from the hate. the apex of “hate” consumerism was from kentucky friedContinue reading “Hate For a Buck? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Of Mathematics & Morality: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
sometimes, things don’t add up. rather, they are multiplied. multiplication’s properties are quite different properties than either addition and subtraction. multiplication amplifies numbers. in mathematics, there are “negative” numbers. they are used in addition and multiplication. the results generated, however, are strikingly different. for instance, if i add “a million and one” to a “negativeContinue reading “Of Mathematics & Morality: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Honoring A Loss: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
long before the ten commandments, two brothers, filled with jealousy and conflict, created a legacy. for them, beyond their issues with each other, family relations and historical destiny separated them. in a time of loss, these two placed their personal grievances aside. for a moment, the space time continuum was filled with honor and peace.Continue reading “Honoring A Loss: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Art of Winning Arguments: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
my old boss, one of the finest appellate attorneys in our field of practice, handed over to me the task of writing an appellate petition. the court of appeal, in the area of law, had the discretion to accept or deny the petition for writ summarily. i was new to the field and quite inexperienced.Continue reading “The Art of Winning Arguments: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
A Most Troubling (And Common) Ethical Dilemma: A Ten Commandments Tale
you are a charitable organization or institution, and a big donor is…a crook. “effective altruism” as a concept was dealt a heavy blow with the recent dealings of ftx official mr. sam bankman-fried. he, if the allegations are true, is the bernie madoff of his generation. it is also reported that he generously donated money.Continue reading “A Most Troubling (And Common) Ethical Dilemma: A Ten Commandments Tale”
Unpeeling The Onion: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
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”
“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”
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