Sunday, April 7, 2013

Accepting "Anochi" and Not Looking Elsewhere. A Good Idea Without Doubt

Yisro

An ode to those who ask whether "man made G-d or G-d made man." 
Or wonder if G-d really took us out of Egypt, with an outstretched hand. 

Or, maybe they say, "Yes, I know G-d created the world and that is the way it seems.
But how do I know that He intervenes?"

It is fine to view nine of the commandments, as something which you can and cannot do.
To obey or disobey, the choice is up to you.

"Do not steal." "Don't be jealous." "Do not kill."  
Again we are obligated to keep them, yet, we have free will.

But, "I am The L-rd thy G-d who took you out of Egypt, where you were once slaves,"
Is not stated as a command, but a statement which to us H-shem gave. 

As all of the Jewish people by the above statement, literally saw H-shem's voice. 
The lesson is to view belief in H-shem and the Exodus, like it's an obligation not a choice. 

The lesson here, which is implied, 
Is to accept it as a fact: G-d created the world and took us out of Egypt. This cannot be denied. 
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Hinduism, Budhism, the "testament" which is new, 
Scientology, Communism, Atheism, just to name a few ...
  
Because, if you look for answers, in every belief and creed under the sun, 
It will take you many lifetimes, when all has been said and done!

But, don't get the idea that Judaism does not allow for those who have questions and are unsure. 
However, within the confines of Torah is the place to find the "cure".

It is just fine to have questions. You are not "bad"; it's nothing wrong. 
In fact, with hard work looking into Torah sources, your faith will become quite strong.

So, be ready for the challenge; work hard and persevere.
Because it may take some time, until things become clear.

Read books, from your local Jewish bookstore. 
Ask and discuss..until your doubts exist no more.  

Thousands before you have looked within Torah for the answers which they did find.
And for you, dear reader, I wish the same peace of mind.

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