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Episode 16 - Why I Wouldn't Take Any Amount of Money to Stop Keeping Shabbat
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Shabbat represents the ultimate divine gift - a day set aside from the rushing world that transforms from burden to blessing when embraced fully.
Most of us have internalized the dangerous myth that success requires constant work and hustle. We've been programmed to believe that working seven days a week, as many hours as possible, represents the path to prosperity. Yet reality tells a different story - there's actually a negative correlation between endless work hours and true success. The wealthiest individuals aren't chained to their desks; they're managing time effectively while others burn themselves out chasing an illusion.
The Torah uses parent-child relationships to illustrate our connection with Hashem - just as children resist vegetables despite their benefits (needing parental bribes), we resist Shabbat despite its profound benefits for our wellbeing. Keeping this mitzvah demonstrates remarkable trust in Hashem's wisdom. Unlike other commandments, Hashem described Shabbat specifically as "a gift from my treasury" - containing artifacts of immeasurable value beyond quantification. When we disconnect from technology, avoid mundane activities, and create space for genuine connection, we discover what this priceless gift truly offers.
The most telling evidence? Those who initially resist Shabbat observance (when no amount of money could convince them to disconnect for a day) eventually reach a point where no amount could persuade them to abandon it. This transformation proves Shabbat exists not for Hashem's benefit but for ours - creating irreplaceable space for growth, relationships, and reconnection with what truly matters. Ready to experience this treasury gift for yourself? Connect with community members, plan meaningful activities, and discover how one day of disconnection can transform your entire week.
Chapters
1. The Joy of Shabbat (00:00:00)
2. Working Hard vs. Working Smart (00:01:32)
3. The Parent-Child Relationship With Hashem (00:03:15)
4. Shabbat as Hashem's Treasury Gift (00:06:06)
5. Benefits of Disconnecting on Shabbat (00:08:00)
6. From Reluctance to Irreplaceable Joy (00:11:22)
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