About Meir Expertise I can try to answer questions pertaining to Judaism in general, Creation, Spirituality, Halacha, and the Geula (The Final Redemption) with the imminent arrival of Moshiach, may it be speedily in our days.
I can also answer questions relating to the Torah`s guidelines and commandments for non-Jews.
Experience I have studied in Yeshivah since childhood. I have been certified with Semicha (Rabbinical Ordination) and have been furthering my studies since then (there are various levels of ordination.) Experience includes being assistant Rabbi in various locations, as well as tutoring children.
I must note: for a final verdict on an issue, one must turn to a fully certified Rov; I can only try to answer based on what I know or can research. Alternatively, I can ask a Rov for you, if one is not available to you at this time.
Question I am interested in the orthodox commentary on psalm 120 that
President Bush shared with the Orthodox community during
the lighting of the Hannukah menorah at the White House?
Answer Hi,
Sorry for the delay. Here is a link to one explanation. For a lengthy explanation according to the commentators (ie. Rashi, Ramban, etc...) one would really have to study it from the text itself. If you wish I can try and relay a summary of their explanations.
I should add that it is important for each person to know that the Torah was not just given for the Jews alone, but for all mankind to benefit from. While the Jews were given in the Torah many Laws and guidelines to live by, there are also Seven Universal Laws which apply to all of mankind which outline a guideline which both preserves life in general, and brings the fulfillment of the purpose of Creation as well. Of course besides for these laws there is the general message and reality which the Torah conveys- ie. one which includes a G-d and a Creator who is very much the beginning and end of all that exists.
The sages explain that we are living in an era (right now) which will usher in the New Era of the Final Redemption. This New Era will be one like which has not existed before in all of Creation. It will be a time of absolute peace, where no war, hunger, and even death, will exist. It will be a point when all of mankind will know G-d for Who He is. The Rabbi's explain that simply adding in extra acts of goodness and kindness can help to bring this about immediately!
All the best,
Meir
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Hi,
Please pardon the delay and the antcipated further delay, but P'G I will reply in answer to you question within a few days.
