The Motivation Congregation: A Torah & Mussar Podcast
Religion & Spirituality:Judaism
Embodying the Spirit of the Maccabees in Modern Times & Rising Up Against Desecration of Hashem's Name
What if you were called to defend the honor of Hashem like the Maccabees? As we journey back in time, we discover the Maccabees' rallying cry to stand against the desecrators of Hashem's name. Shockingly, only a dozen or so heeded the call, leaving us to ponder this missed historical opportunity. We explore the baffling apathy that met their call for support and ask ourselves, would our response be any different in contemporary times?
Using a present-day scenario, we imagine a respected figure such as Gribchayim Kaniyevsky calling us to action against a law prohibiting circumcision. How would we respond? Would we let our daily commitments hold us back or rise to the occasion? This episode is an invitation to self-reflection, challenging us to embody the spirit of the Maccabees when our beliefs and practices are under attack. Please stand up for what you believe in, even when it is complex, and make your voice heard when you witness Hashem's holy name desecration. After all, being a modern-day Maccabee is about action, not inaction.
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