PARSHAT CHUKAT 5784 – THE RIGHTEOUS · Sukkat Shalom B'nei Noach

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Integrar la Torá en la propia vida a través de la reflexión y la conversación puede ser una experiencia increíblemente divertida y atractiva. Es un viaje de descubrimiento, en el que la sabiduría ancestral y las enseñanzas intemporales cobran vida en nuestras experiencias cotidianas. A través de la reflexión, tenemos la oportunidad de sumergirnos en el rico tapiz de la Torá, extrayendo profundas ideas y lecciones que resuenan en nuestras vidas modernas. La alegría reside en los momentos "ajá", aquellos en los que un versículo o una historia de la Torá conectan de repente con nuestros retos, aspiraciones y valores personales. Y cuando participamos en conversaciones sobre la Torá con otras personas, se convierte en una exploración interactiva, en la que diversas perspectivas e interpretaciones mejoran nuestra comprensión. Estos diálogos a menudo despiertan el entusiasmo y la curiosidad intelectual, haciendo que el proceso de aprendizaje sea agradable y satisfactorio. La Torá se convierte en una parte vibrante y dinámica de nuestras vidas, que nos ofrece no sólo orientación, sino también una fuente inagotable de fascinación, conexión y crecimiento.

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Some thoughts from the parsah

Some thoughts from the parsha

Resumen

In this Torah portion, the juxtaposition of the Red Heifer and the death of Miriam teaches us that the death of a tzaddik (righteous person) atones for the world, much like a sacrificial offering atones for an individual. But we have to be very careful. This idea has been completely distorted in Christianity. To be sure, the death of a tzaddik does no absolve anyone of their personal responsibility to act as they should, nor is there any human being who can completely remove all sin from the world. Finally, although the death of tzaddikim may atone, this does not mean that no one can achieve forgiveness for their own sins by asking directly from Hashem—every person can do this.

What does it mean, then?

The Maharal of Prague explains that sin is tied to our physical existence. When a tzaddik dies, their physical sins vanish, and their righteous presence, essential for sustaining the world, creates a broader atonement. The Talmud emphasizes that the world actually exists for the tzaddik. The rest of us benefit from their light.

But becoming a tzaddik isn’t out of reach; Rebbe Nachman of Breslov asserts that anyone can achieve this through sincere effort. This potential is universal, applicable to both men and women, as everyone can strive to embody the tzaddik’s qualities.

Being a tzaddik is not just about personal elevation; it involves a commitment to improving the world and supporting others through prayer and action. As Viktor Frankl suggests, aiming high can lead us to accomplishments beyond our initial expectations, and this ultimately benefits the world.

Now, reflect upon the following questions

1. What qualities do you believe define a tzaddik, and how can we cultivate them in our lives?

2. In what ways do you think individual actions can contribute to the greater good of the world?

3. How can the concept of atonement through the death of a tzaddik influence your understanding of community responsibility?

4. What steps can you take to elevate your personal goals and aspirations beyond your current self-concept?

5. How can we support one another in our journeys toward self-improvement and making a positive impact on the world?

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Por el rabino Tani Burton

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