There's a lot riding on this month of Elul as we journey to the Days of Awe; a period of healing, time to reflect on our lives and our relationships - with the expectation that we can return to a clean slate.
In Maimonides' "The Laws of Repentance" (הלכות תשובה) he explains "The principle of freedom of choice is a basic concept and a pillar on which the entire Torah & mitzvot rest, as it is written: 'See, I have set before you today to choose between life and good, death and evil.' (Deut. 30:15)". In other words we have a choice in the matter, but how in the world can we make such life altering decisions (and if necessary changes) without dedicated time towards such contemplation? If buying a house or car requires time and consideration - all the more so your life.
The month of Elul is an awakening of sorts and a realignment of our priorities beginning with our relationships. The time for reflection is upon us, the choice is yours.
In Maimonides' "The Laws of Repentance" (הלכות תשובה) he explains "The principle of freedom of choice is a basic concept and a pillar on which the entire Torah & mitzvot rest, as it is written: 'See, I have set before you today to choose between life and good, death and evil.' (Deut. 30:15)". In other words we have a choice in the matter, but how in the world can we make such life altering decisions (and if necessary changes) without dedicated time towards such contemplation? If buying a house or car requires time and consideration - all the more so your life.
The month of Elul is an awakening of sorts and a realignment of our priorities beginning with our relationships. The time for reflection is upon us, the choice is yours.
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