So much in life goes unnoticed.
It may be right there in front of us — yet due to a confluence of factors — we simply miss it.
Moses of the Torah didn’t — thankfully. It resulted in the great exodus from Egypt under his leadership.
The Torah tells of his first interaction with G-d. It takes place at the burning bush. A phenomenon that intrigues him. A thorn bush on fire yet not being consumed. He turns to observe — mindfully investigates — and it’s then that G-d calls forth and engages with him for the first time.
I wonder, how many people rushed past this miraculous phenomenon not noticing it?
If today’s life is any indication — the answer likely is, many. They saw it, it didn’t register, they continued running to their next activity or endeavor— missing it all.
So what are we missing? A good question to ask as we enter 2026.
Those blessings right there in front of our eyes that we fail to notice or adequately appreciate. Too busy or pursuing less worthy goals, rote and habituation at the steering wheel.
Whilst we may not all become Moses or lead an exodus — the Torah is telling us for a reason. It’s now up to us to notice, internalize and experience!
With best wishes for a Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Yehuda & Dina Kantor
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