teaches that each of us is obligated to believe that the world was created for our sake because there is some distinct way that each of us is called upon to serve. The world being created for me isn’t a statement of how much I’m entitled to, but rather a declaration of how much is asked and expected of me.

is no differentiation at all-but rather, “God (YHVH) is the Lord (ELoHIM)” and everything is good. [This refers to God’s

4) You must be very careful to cultivate a good memory and not to fall into forgetfulness. What is a good memory? It means constantly keeping the thought of the World to Come in the forefront of your mind and never forgetting about it. It would be a very good thing if every Jew were to make it a daily habit, as soon as he opens his eyes in the morn

God commands in generalities but calls in particulars. He knows our gifts and he knows the needs of the world. That is why we are here.