How do you define a lot?
Most people will tell you it’s relative. For some, what’s a lot is considered little for others and vice versa.
But is that truly the definition of a-lot?
After all, we all have “our” lot. With this lot we build our lives, forge ahead and make the most of the opportunities gifted to us in this world.
In this week’s Torah portion we learn of how the Land of Israel was apportioned to the 12 Tribes — of which we all descend. It was done by “lots” as in lottery. Each family receiving what was Divinely ordained to them —in order to create something yet greater.
Turns out, we all have a lot. We have all been apportioned our needs and opportunities. My lot is not your lot and neither is yours, mine. I look forward to doing a lot more with it tomorrow than I manage to do with it today. As only by recognizing the great blessings gifted to us by Gd, can we ensure that we live “ a/our lot”!
Rabbi Yehuda & Dina Kantor
P.S. Blood Drive for Israel. We love Israel. Let’s give more than just money. Take a slot and know you’ve given just as an Israel continues to give. Here.