The Hidden Miracles of Our Lives \ Insight for Purim D'var Torah: Our Sages tell us that the miracles of Purim inspired Klal Yisrael to accept the Torah with love. Yet, the miracles of Purim were hidden in the seemingly natural events that HaShem orchestrated to save Klal Yisrael. In contrast, the miracles of the Exodus from Egypt were open and spectacular. If so, why did the hidden miracles of Purim inspire Klal Yisrael to accept the Torah with love, more so than the revealed miracles of Egypt? The Jewish people who experienced the miracle of Purim realized that the events of life, both good and bad, are the consequences of our actions. They experienced great danger when they rebelled against the Torah, and great salvation when they recommitted themselves to uphold the Torah. This awareness inspired them to accept the Torah with love and gain its awesome rewards. Moral: The events of our lives are hidden miracles born out by our actions. In light of the fact that the Torah is the source of all blessings and success, Klal Yisrael accepts and fulfills the Torah with love and joy. Application: Consider how the events of our lives correspond to our relationship to the Torah and its Mitzvot. Dedicate yourself to follow the ways of HaShem, and connect to the Source of goodness, light, and joy. (Based on Chochmah U'Mussar of the Saba M'Kelm) |
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