Every Moment Counts

“G-d did not create even one detail of His creation in vain.” The talents and opportunities G-d grants a person in life are meant to be utilized and maximized to the fullest; if one doesn’t do so, the entire order of creation suffers…

Someone who has the ability to influence others, to promote truth and justice – whether on a local, regional, or national scale – cannot be satisfied by the fact that he has done more than the average person. If he isn’t living up to his full potential, he is wasting his potential.

“And Abraham was advanced in age. “ The Zohar explains that the phrase “ba bayamim – advanced in age” literally means “came with his days.” Every single moment of every single day was utilized by Abraham to making this world a better place. At the end of his lifetime, he was able to show that he truly “possessed” his time. This trait is bequeathed to every single one of his physical and spiritual heirs.