Two epic Ten Commandments’ moments happen in the Shemot Torah portion. “Shemot”, in hebrew, means names. While the title refers to the names of the Children of Israel who went down to Egypt, the Torah Portion contains bigger names. Shemot also reveals the first commandment’s background story. The Burning Bush encounter in Shemot includes a historical introduction:Continue reading “Shemot’s Ten Commandments’ Moments”
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A Book of Joshua Ten Commandments’ Moment: The Gibeonites
With the Torah’s completion and all 613 Commandments in writing, the Children of Israel’s tale- post-Pentateuch- continues. As Joshua leads them through the conquest of the Promised Land, he is also confronted with issues of commandment adherence, interpretation. This post addresses the Gibeonite crisis. Fearful of the Children of Israel and what they had done toContinue reading “A Book of Joshua Ten Commandments’ Moment: The Gibeonites”
Who Am I? Shemot
“Who am I?” Moses Exodus 3:11 In the throes of the New Year’s celebration, the Torah Portion Shemot offers a relevant moment for resolution makers. Moses- in his Burning Bush encounter on Mt. Sinai- when tasked by the Almighty to deliver the Children of Israel from Egyptian bondage, asks “Who am I?” Exodus 3:11 “Who amContinue reading “Who Am I? Shemot”
A Book of Joshua Ten Commandments’ Moment: Achan
With the Torah complete, the Children of Israel, through Joshua’s leadership, begin their conquest of the Promised Land. Beyond territorial acquisition, governance is required which involves the adherence to the Torah’s commandments. The Book of Joshua tackles the complexities of implementing Mosiac Law during unsettled times. This post concerns Achan’s theft. There is much going onContinue reading “A Book of Joshua Ten Commandments’ Moment: Achan”
Facts Versus Faith? A Critique of “Why Faith Matters”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
consumerism drives individuals to seek larger and more profitable markets. both compromise and sacrifice come with this philosophy. for example, “kosher” delis led to the advent of the “kosher style” establishments. with the change, traditional corn beef and pastrami sandwiches-unchained by kashrut laws and costly supervision- could be offered both at lower prices and withContinue reading “Facts Versus Faith? A Critique of “Why Faith Matters”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Disappointment, The New Shame: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
two recent sporting events were marred with controversy. it was not the play on the field, but rather the attire. as a result, two individuals ms. estee ackerman and ms. jaelene daniels were mistreated due to their faith. before doing addressing the story, there is an important concept that must be appreciated. individuals of faith,Continue reading “Disappointment, The New Shame: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
A Grandmother’s Faithful Moment: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
in order to spare her baby’s life, moses’ mother faithfully placed him in a basket and onto the nile river. ms. clara lutz, a grandmother from kentucky, had her own faithful moment of biblical proportion. while ms. lutz was watching her infant grandchildren, ages 15 and 3 months, a tornado was approached her house. sheContinue reading “A Grandmother’s Faithful Moment: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
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