What Would Moses Do? The Courage to Confront Injustice

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In today's class Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the qualities that made Moses the ultimate leader of the Jewish people, as demonstrated in three defining episodes from his early life. Moses' unwavering commitment to confronting injustice, even at great personal risk, offers timeless lessons on leadership and moral responsibility. As we face the terror threatening our brothers and sisters in Israel, Moses’ example provides a powerful framework for navigating the tension between compassion and righteous might, underscoring that peace is achieved not through appeasement but by confronting evil head-on.
Key Takeaways:
1. Leadership Requires Action: True leaders, like Moses, act decisively in the face of injustice, regardless of the context or the identities of those involved.
2. Moral Courage: At times, moral violence is necessary to protect the innocent and uphold justice, as in the case of Moses defending a Hebrew slave.
3. The Dangers of Appeasement: History shows that appeasing evil leads to greater suffering, as demonstrated by the Oslo Accords and similar policies.
4. A Balance of Strength and Compassion: While Isaiah’s vision of peace inspires us, the path to achieving it sometimes demands force, as articulated by the prophet Joel.
5. Timeless Leadership Model: Moses’ early life teaches us that a leader must be willing to sacrifice personal comfort to confront evil and protect the vulnerable.
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