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G-d and State: Judaism’s View on Secular Life

The highlight of last week’s Torah portion was the world-changing revelation at Sinai and the transmission of the Ten Commandments with much drama and fanfare. It was the most lofty and spiritual experience in the history of mankind. Our portion – Mishpatim – which opens with the statement: “And these are the ordinances,” talks about far more subdued day-to-day social laws.

by Rabbi Yoseph Kahanov - Jax, FL

Video: Is There a Better Me?

In February of 1971, Rabbi Tzvi Hersh Weinreb found himself at a major crossroads in life. Having recently received both his Ph.D. in psychology and rabbinic ordination, Rabbi Weinreb was at a loss as to which professional path to follow. At the urging of a close friend, he called the Rebbe for advice — and received a most unusual instruction.