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Beans and Birthrights

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Asleep on Hallowed Ground

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BEANS AND BIRTHRIGHTS By Rabbi Yossy Goldman

In this week's parshah we read of the birth of twins to Isaac and Rebecca. Jacob and Esau are very different from the moment they leave the womb. As they grow older, their disparate personality traits become increasingly obvious. Jacob is the "dweller of tents," a diligent Torah scholar, while Esau is a "skilled hunter" and a man of violence. We also read how one day, when Esau returns from the hunt, exhausted and starving, he finds Jacob cooking a pot of lentils. Esau wants the beans; Jacob offers to give him the pottage in return for Esau's birthright. As the first-born twin, Esau would have been the one chosen to minister in G-d's temple. Esau accepts the offer and the deal is done. Fast-forward some 275 years. We're in the Book of Exodus now (4:22), and G-d is sending Moses to Pharaoh to redeem His people. He describes them as b'ni bechori yisrael -- "My son, My first born, Israel." Rashi, quoting the Midrash, comments: "Here the Holy One Blessed is He affixed His seal to the sale of the birthright which Jacob purchased from Esau." Here? It took G d so long to put His stamp of approval on 12

a deal that was entered into hundreds of years earlier? Why only now? The late Israeli Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi M.Z. Neriyah, offered this explanation: You can sell your birthright for beans, but you can't buy a birthright for beans. To throw away one's holy heritage is easy, but to claim it takes years of effort and much hard work. He used the analogy of a war hero who earned a row of medals for bravery and courage under fire. Sadly, in his old age he was forced to sell his medals in order to survive. So someone else walks into the pawnbroker's and finds these war medals for sale, buys them and pins them to his chest. He might walk down the street, proud as a peacock. But does it have any meaning? We all know that this man is no hero. In fact, he is nothing more than a pathetic fool! To wear the badge of "My firstborn Israel," the Jewish people had to be worthy of the honor. It wasn't enough that their father Jacob had purchased the birthright from an unworthy but willing seller. The children of Jacob needed to demonNovember 16, 2012 â&#x20AC;˘ 323-965-1544 â&#x20AC;˘ info@communitylinks.info

s”xc strate that they understood what it meant to be Children of Israel. When Jacob bought the birthright from Esau it was a legal deal. One wanted the beans, the other wanted the birthright. Fair and square. But did Jacob earn that hallowed title, or was he like the fellow who bought the war medals? Generations later, when his children had gone through the "smelting pit" of the Egyptian bondage and still, with amazing faith and tenacity, kept their heritage -- then they were deemed worthy of the honor of the birthright. Now, after the trial by fire, after the blood, sweat and tears of slavery, the great Notary on High, the heavenly Commissioner of Oaths, takes out that ancient document, the yellowed deed of sale that had been waiting for generations, and puts His official stamp and the wax seal on that document, and says, "Now now you are worthy of the birthright. Today you are My Son, My Firstborn, Israel." There's a famous graffiti exchange that has much truth in it. Someone not too partial to our people had scrawled, "How odd of G-d, to choose the Jews." And one of our own responded, "Actually, the Jews chose G-d."

Being Jewish is indeed the birthright of every Jew. But it's not enough that G-d chose us, we must choose G-d. We need to earn our birthright by living as Jews. Chosenness is not license to snicker or condescend to others. It is far more responsibility than privilege. It's not good enough that our parents and grandparents were good Jews, that my Zayde was a rabbi or a schochet and my Bobba made the world's best blintzes. What are we doing to earn our stripes? Indeed, you can sell your birthright for beans. But you can't buy a birthright for beans. Rabbi Yossy Goldman was born in Brooklyn, New York. In 1976 he was sent by the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, as a Chabad-Lubavitch emissary to serve the Jewish community of Johannesburg, South Africa. He is Senior Rabbi of the Sydenham Shul since 1986, president of the South African Rabbinical Association, and a frequent contributor to Chabad.org. His book ‘From Where I Stand’ - Life Messages from the Weekly Torah Reading was recently published by KTAV and is available at Jewish book shops or online www.ktav.vom

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Hidabroot Chanukah’s Seminar at Hilton Irvine Where are you spending your Chanukah weekend this year? Hopefully with us. Find out the secret to marital bliss? How do you effectively communicate with children these days? Is my income predetermined, luck or due to my efforts? Discover how the hidden secrets of Kabbalah influence my life’s decisions? If you are searching for answers to these life perplexing questions you should attend Los Angeles Hidabroot life changing event at the Hilton Hotel in Irvine. Come and join a weekend that is relaxing yet thought provoking with scrumptious five star meals and a deep spiritual Jewish discovery. Our previous seminars were phenomenally successful; we would like to do it again this coming Chanukah with you as our special guest. Come and spend a relaxing weekend at the Irvine Hilton Hotel in Orange County. A vacation like never before that will lift your spirits providing solace to your body and soul. Enjoy ten exciting lectures led by Rabbi Zamir Cohen, head of Hidabroot and a gifted author arriving from Israel to celebrate Chanukah with all of you. Joining him from New York is Rabbi Yossi Mizrahi a thought provoking lecturer who entertains his listeners in Hebrew and in English. Seminar participants will be able to meet with these amazing rabbis during the breaks. Don’t miss this special opportunity to do so. For the women seminar participants, Rabbaniyot Nava ben 18

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Asleep on Hallowed Ground Rabbi Naftali Reich

f the image of Jacob’s ladder was not the most spectacular prophetic vision ever, it certainly comes close. In his dream, Jacob saw a ladder planted firmly on the ground yet reaching all the way into the heavens, and as he watched in utter fascination, he saw angels ascending and descending the ladder.

Our Sages tell us that he was mortified that he had actually slept in such a holy place. But even this does not fully answer the question. After all, what is so terrible about sleeping on hallowed ground? And if it was really such a terrible transgression, why did the Almighty reward him with this prophetic dream?

Then he wakes up, and lo and behold, it was all a dream. Jacob is shaken, and he reacts rather strangely. How can it be, he laments, that I am in the presence of the Almighty and did not even know it? No expressions of transcendent joy. No ecstatic expansion of the mind as a result of his sublime prophecy. Just chagrin. Why?

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He could have risen to incredible spiritual levels. He could have attained the most profound prophetic insights. He could have penetrated the deepest secrets of the universe. But he went to sleep. He did have a phenomenal prophetic vision in his dream, but that was where it stopped. So much potential unfulfilled. Such a great opportunity lost. It is little wonder that Jacob awoke disappointed. A young man came to study in the academy of a great sage. He listened to the sage expound his thoughts and was amazed at their profound wisdom. He bent over the revered texts and pored over every single words in awe. A feeling of humility swept through his soul. “Oh, what a nothing I am,” he muttered under his breath. “What a miserable ignorant nothing.” The sage overheard his words and called him closer. “Young man,” he said, “why do you consider yourself a nothing?” “Because I am weak, a salve to my physical needs and desires.” “I see. And why did you come here?” “To learn from you.” “If you wish to stay here and be successful,” said the sage, “then you cannot consider yourself a nothing. After all, if you are truly nothing, how can you possibly retain wisdom? No, my young friend. Humility is a very good trait, but know your own worth. Know the sublimity of your soul and give it what it deserves.” In our own lives, we sometimes fall asleep on hallowed ground. Driven down by the pressures of everyday life, we can easily fall into the trap of deprecating our own worth. We consider our shortcomings and our failures, and we tell ourselves we have no business setting our sights very high. But this is a serious mistake. Never sell yourself short. You are hallowed ground. You possess a holy soul that is a spark of the divine. You are endowed with incredible spiritual treasures and resources. You have a kind nature and a generous spirit. Most important of all, you are a descendant of the patriarchs, a custodian of the holy Torah here on this world. Your potential is incalculable. You have it within your grasp to reach for the sublime. Don’t fall asleep on the job. Don’t wake up disappointed after it is too late. Open your eyes and experience the exhilaration of fulfillment.

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stated,â&#x20AC;? everything is about the athlete, his or her development and having fun.â&#x20AC;? The 12-14 week season culminates in a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Finaleâ&#x20AC;?, a game between athletes from the Special Olympics playing against the Special Macabees Athletes. Parents, family and friends of all the athletes are invited to the game and last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game attracted over 200 in attendance. For most of the parents, it was the first time they ever saw their son or daughter, in full uniform, playing in an organized â&#x20AC;&#x153;real Basketball gameâ&#x20AC;?. The thrill of seeing their child/adult shoot and score brought tears and twinkles to many an eye that afternoon. And as Jeff Liss and his coaching staff statedâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;?it was the most rewarding feeling weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever had.â&#x20AC;? Rob Green, one of the coaches stated after the game, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have seen such improvement and growth from one season to another. Their growth in self esteem and feeling of self worth, as a result of this program, is amazing. They feel part of a group a team, a feeling of being wanted and needed.â&#x20AC;? One of our female athletes mentioned howâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;?I like being treated with respect and how I have learned to dribble properly and now have the skills I need to play basketballâ&#x20AC;ŚI am so happy to be a part of this program.â&#x20AC;? The mother of one of our male athletes, recently said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;my son looks forward to going on Sundays and being a part of the Special Macabees. He doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s being treated differently because of his special needsâ&#x20AC;?. Now entering its 7th year, Jeff and his staff of dedicated coaches, Rob Green, Jay Davies, Yossie Bock and others, will be meeting and greeting old and new participants at the JCC on Sunday, December 2nd, from 1:15 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:30 PM. To sign up for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Special Macabees program or for further information on how to get involved contact Jay Davies, at 818-414-5857 or email specialmacabees@hotmail.com Written by Morris Liss

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Incredible Savings Items Newly Reduced knit berets dressy or casual hats berets tichels snoods pre-ties and more!

25%

OFF

any 1 non-reduced item exp. 1/31/13 with ad ONLY

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CLASSIFIEDS GIFTS

Great gifts for all occasions! Invited out for a Shabbos meal? Baby gifts, Bas Mitzvah gifts, Wedding gifts, & House warming gifts. Don't put it off! Come in today and go out relieved. Call for a special appointment. Rochel Duchman 323-938-8222 or 323-620-3618

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MUSIC BANDS

Music by Ariel Louk "Because a Simcha should be happy"

One man band to a full orchestra. Please call now for availability & rates! #1737

323-997-2647

loukmusic@sbcglobal.net -1438-

MUSIC BY MENDEL SIMONS Traditional Ritual Circumcision Rabbi Nachman B. Kreiman Certified Mohel - vjnun kvun

~ Home: 323.934.9329 Cell: 323.896.5098

310-595-5490 LIVE@ MUSICBYMENDEL.COM

NOTARY

www.expertmohel.com

Yosef Y. Shagalov

DRESSMAKER

Traveling Notary Public & Home Signing Agent. Cell:(323)934-7095 email: yys770@aol.com

WORKSHOPS/CLASSES

Recession-Proof Careers Are you unemployed and collecting unemployment benefits? In just 8 months we will train you in a recession-proof career, and help you find an exciting job in: Pharmacy Technician, Medical Assistant, Medical Office Management, Accounting, Administrative Assistant, Business Management, Computer Graphics, Computer Aided Design. LA ORT is NonProfit organization. Financial Aid, Scholarship and Transportation assistance are available. Call 323-966-5444 and ask for Flora. www.LAORT.edu

800.998.2678 LOOKING FOR ROOM TO RENT Shomer Shabbat 60 year old grandmother willing to pay $600 neg. Need access to kosher kitchen. WILLING TO HELP around house. Fairfax, la brea Jewish community vicinity. Quiet atmosphere. Please call Irene @ 323 649 8009.

BABYSITTER

LOST BRACELET

Orthodox woman available to watch your children full time or part-time hours, at your location. Excel. references. 323-651-9389

LOST - Kallah Bracelet. Silver and diamond. Last seen Thursday November 1st. Might have fallen in the La Brea neighborhood near Sycamore & 1st or La Brea & 1st. Please call 323-937-4363.

-1750-

Position Available Carpet Cleaner

TUTOR Tutor available for secular studies, all subjects, all grades. I have over 10 years experience, with an M.A. in Special Education. I will come to your house. Please contact Debbie at 818-825-8428.

Looking for carpet cleaner to fill as an assistant to lead technician and eventually become lead technician, you must meet the following qualifications. Qualifications: Prefer experienced person of 1 year or more in carpet cleaning field & IICRC certification a plus but, not required. Willing to train if you are motivated & meet all other qualifications. Clean professional demeanor and appearance. Good communication skills. Ability to follow direction, to work unsupervised & multi-task. Must have vehicle or reliable form of transportation. Be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Loading & unloading of equipment required. Clean DMV record. Background check may be required. We are a very customer service oriented company and are looking for highly responsible professionals who take pride in their work. Please Reply by email to Nate@CwCarpetCleaners.com & include: Full Name Telephone Number City you reside in. A brief description of experience.

DRUM LESSONS ! Drum Lessons ! 20 years of experience with a B.A in Music All ages and all levels Lessons At Your Place Eric Gold (323)397-2535

FOR RENT

TUTOR

Abi Notaries Public CHANA’S BRIDAL Wedding dresses for sale and for rent. Custom designs, & alterations. ~ Sewing classes also available. ~ Please Call:

Your place/ Our place 24/6!! No appointment need it!! (Eng. Spanish-French-ItalianYiddish-Portuguese-Hebrew).

323-933-5960 or 323-348-8786

524 N. La Brea Ave Los Angeles, CA 90036 323-930-0444 (office) 323-646-2356 (Cell/after hours)

DANCE

CAREER TRAINING

A Time for Dance fall classes! Join the fun this year as we kick off season 9. Amazing classes include ballet, gymnastics, jazz, tap, hip hop, zumba and drama workshop for girls and teens. New Boys Gymnastics and Kickboxing ages 4-15 and Women's Ballet, Modern and more! Check out our schedule at www.atime4dance.com or call 323 404-0827 for more info.

Career Training Please see our ad on page 10 Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute.

800-998- 2678 ISRAEL MORTGAGE Is Israel in your Future? Free mortgage consultation. Get help with the unique and challenging purchase process in Israel. Email Avraham at: amahler@mortgageisrael.com

Hebrew Play Dates. Reading, writing, learning with songs and guitar, game and lots of fun! Professional teacher with lots of experience $25 for lesson (min 4 Children)

Call today to build your group Hadar-310.432.3926

DISCOUNT REALTY

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CLASSIFIEDS STARTING

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I pay buyer's closing cost

No fee loans! Orna@orna.com Ruben # 01098186 888-360-3337

AS LOW AS

$25

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CHABAD OF THE VALLEY PRESENTS

SUNDAY DECEMBER 9 6 - 9 pm Featuring

8th Day in Concert

FREE ADMISSION CHABADOFTHEVALLEY.ORG 818.758.1818

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A W I NT E R

G E TAWAY W I T H

KMR

DEC 31 - JAN 10, 2013

THE WERNER BROTHERS of KMR TOURS PRESENT WINTER 2013 IN PALM SPRINGS CA AT THE WESTIN MISSION HILLS RESORT AND SPA

JOIN OUR ILLUSTRIOUS SPEAKERS Featuring Chazan

Rabbi Michel Twerski and Rebbetzin Faige Twerski Milwaukee, WI Rabbi Moshe Weinberger, Woodmere, NY Rabbi Shea Werner North Oak Park, MI - Scholar in Residence

Yaakov Lemmer PE S ACH

2013 - I N

S O UTHER N CA

at the Beautiful five diamond Park Hyatt Aviara Resort

We invite you to join us for another spectacular Pesach program

WINTER 2013 WITH THE WERNER BROTHERS Visit our website for a complete list of services, activities, amenities & much more. 1-888-567-0100 or 718-778-4241 WWW.KMRTOURS.COM

Three gourmet meals daily directed by

Michael Schick