Show Notes
In this week's parsha, Beshalach, Bnei Yisrael face many crises. These include enemies coming against them, a lack of water and a lack of food. We can learn much from the way that Bnei Yisrael responds to these crises- and the way that Moshe as leader and God Himself respond.
Among the lessons that become clear, we see:
It's important to put people in situations that are appropriate for them. That's why God led Bnei Yisrael on an indirect way to the land of Israel rather than taking them on a direct route that might terrify them.
It's not correct to pray for a long time when an immediate crisis is occurring. Instead, that is the right time to act.
It is appropriate to express gratitude and come together as a community in the wake of a national crisis.
God specifically wanted to build trust with the Israelites, which is why He designed a system of delivering them food (Manna) that required them to only take what they needed for one day at a time (with the exception of the sixth day).
How do you respond a crisis? And what can you learn from the series of crises in this week's parsha?
Based on the questions and discussions in this week's episode, we come up with some vey important lessons and takeaways for our own lives!
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