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Egypt 2.0

Thoughts on parashat Mishpatim.

When you acquire a Hebrew slave, he shall serve six years; in the seventh year he shall go free, without payment. If he came single, he shall leave single; if he had a wife, his wife shall leave with him. If his master gave him a wife, and she has borne him Continue Reading

Love for freedom is born of the hardships of life

Thoughts on Parashat Beshalach.

Difficult realities create strong people. If they are smart and righteous enough they build better reality for their children. As the time and development progresses, the new generations do not have to face the harsh reality their grandparents faced. Life, in general, becomes easier and Continue Reading