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March 5, 2021
Parashat Ki Tissa might be the most powerful portion in the Torah. Bene Yisrael just stood together at Mt. Sinai with one mind and one heart. They received the Torah and declared, “All that Hashem commands us, we will do and we will understand!” They were overwhelmed with awe by God’s presence and pleaded with Moshe to approach God on their behalf. God had also started to instruct Moshe in the construction of the Mishkan, the sacred structure that would enable Israel’s camp to be organized around God’s presence. The Mishkan would also ensure that God’s voice would continue to resonate with the people in the continuous transmission of revelation as they traveled life’s journey towards the promised land.
“Will he even force the queen before me in the house?”
Did you ever have one of those magical lunches with a good friend that went on for hours? The friend was someone you had not seen in a long time and you had decades to catch up on over a good bottle of wine and an exquisite fish dish. As the hours progressed from one to another, the sky started dimming and early dusk was on the heels of the day. There was something special about these lunches as the conversation traced the changing light.
Today the Daf Yomi discusses a debate between two Rabbis who have a difference of opinion on what to do if their long lunch ran over into early evening, when one should be preparing for the Shabbat meal. If the afternoon meal flowed into the evening one, should they stand up, clear the table, say a blessing, and reset for the evening meal? Or should they stay where they are and continue with their conversation and simply refill their wine glass and bread basket? I have never been able to