In a Times of Israel opinion piece, writer Amanda Goldstein reflects on the Torah portions Matot and Mas'ei, drawing from her experience with cancer to find meaning in the Israelites' desert journey. She argues that hardship is not a sign of failure but part of the path.
Writer Amanda Goldstein, in a Times of Israel opinion piece published Friday, reflects on her experience with cancer and the lessons of the Torah portions Matot and Mas'ei. She writes that the Israelites' desert journey, with its trials and testing of faith, serves as a reminder that some things are hard not because we are doing them wrong, but because that is the nature of the path. Goldstein's piece offers a personal, faith-grounded perspective on resilience, drawing a parallel between biblical narrative and modern struggle. The piece is part of the weekly Torah commentary series.
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