Career; Earning a Living

The Talmud declares that there are three keys that G-d reserves for Himself and does not entrust to even a divinely appointed agent. The Sages of the Land of Israel add a fourth: The key to making a living. This talk reveals the key to all the doors... (L...

Why do we pray for livelihood when opening the ark to read from the Torah?

When sitting in judgment, do not act as a counselor-at-law. When the litigants stand before you, consider them both guilty… Increasingly cross-examine the witnesses… Love work, loath mastery over others, and don’t fraternize with the government.

What is the Torah perspective on making a living? When you create a product or service with all your energy, you are using your G-d given talents to enrich the world.

The Torah specifically links the mitzvah of resting on the Sabbatical year to Mount Sinai. This demonstrates a powerful lesson in the proper approach to work and higher living.

Rabbi Gordon shares inspirational Torah insights on the weekly Torah portion with practical life lessons.