With Part I of Micah’s saga, thanks to his mother, he came to possess a graven image of the Lord. Judges’ Chapter 17, continues Micah’s tale. Micah was reported to have a house of idolatry. There, he made ephods [religious garments] and icons. He even installed one of his sons to be his priest. [note: Micah, in Judges, wasContinue reading “A Book of Judges Ten Commandments’ Moment: Micah Part II”
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Honor-Your Mother! Part 1
On the eighth day, God created irony Imagine naming your daughter Honor only to have her being full of disrespect. It may have happened. In an interview, Hollywood Actress and Entrepreneur Jessica Alba outed her alleged insolent daughter named Honor. This family relations topic, however, was served up as part of a magazine promotion. Thus, we shallContinue reading “Honor-Your Mother! Part 1”
A Book of Judges Ten Commandments’ Moment: The Emissary
From a Ten Commandments’ perspective, The Book of Judges represents the Dark Ages. Agenda driven, Judges’ tales told pull no punches in detailing generations of a dystopian society; a society lacking a formal government. Judges’ ends with the epic line: “in those days there was no king in Israel; a man could do whatever seemedContinue reading “A Book of Judges Ten Commandments’ Moment: The Emissary”
Why Today’s Leaders Fail: Va’etchanan
elected politicians mostly dictate to their populace. ideological driven politicians take their time in office to engage in radical totalitarianism. with either of these “do it because i said so” is often heard. in the most shocking moment, one politician admitted “congress “[has] to pass the bill so you can find out what’s in it.”Continue reading “Why Today’s Leaders Fail: Va’etchanan”
lost in america: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
in the united states, an all points bulletin has been issued to find the lost word-accountability. the most recent example of its absence from a texas school district. it is reported that with only five out of thirty three students meeting the basic academic requirements to graduate, a school district postponed their high school graduation.Continue reading “lost in america: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Controversy Starter, The Torah Portion Emor: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
the torah portion emor pronounces “one law shall be exacted for you, convert and resident alike.” leviticus 24:22. this expression alone- if it was the torah’s only statement- would be sufficient to appreciate the scripture’s long standing impact upon the world. the united states constitution’s 14th amendment echoes the divine words when its provides “norContinue reading “Controversy Starter, The Torah Portion Emor: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Class Lesson: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
politicians, school districts, school administrators, teachers and parents are incapable of understanding modern students’ mindsets. these children experienced false narratives in real time. they have been lied to and coerced and they know it. in the greater landscape, these children faced a college admissions system long broken. at one point in time, perfect grade pointContinue reading “Class Lesson: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
An Eternal Concept: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
the best way to help young minds develop is sparking their interest with enjoyable materials they can learn from. sometimes, it is as simple as a song. one artist has stood out on this matter over the past decades. pop singer matisyahu’s melodies have even reached synagogues. i am familiar with one prayer taking onContinue reading “An Eternal Concept: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Mass Shootings: Are We All To Blame? The “Convenient” Truth? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
with two mass shootings close in time, the question “how did we get here?” comes to mind. one word that is can explain our guilt is the word “convenience.” we all like “convenience.” with the internet, home and business delivery of items has exploded. i have had employees who have had a single “starbucks” drinkContinue reading “Mass Shootings: Are We All To Blame? The “Convenient” Truth? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Thou Shalt Teach Your Children “Skills” Part I: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
He who does not teach his son a trade teaches him to steal. rabbi yehuda the term “3-d chess” became popular the star trek television series. the brightest and most logical, mr. spock was a game enthusiast. “three-dimensional chess” is used colloquially to describe complex, dynamic systems with many competing entities and interests, including politics,Continue reading “Thou Shalt Teach Your Children “Skills” Part I: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
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