“The Sun Rises” Continues Leadership from the teachings of the Rebbe
This punishment clearly fit the crime: Pharaoh questioned Hashem’s power and was shown that he did not even have the power to make his own sun rise. Even with this explanation we are still left with a philosophical question: Why did Hashem punish Pharaoh in this way? The answer is that even the most corrupt and abominable sinner can return to Hashem.
Even with this explanation we are still left with a philosophical question: Why did Hashem punish Pharaoh in this way? The answer is that even the most corrupt and abominable sinner can return to Hashem. The punishment was measure for measure: Pharaoh questioned Hashem’s power, so Hashem showed him that he did not even have the power to make his own sun rise. This teaches us that even the most corrupt and abominable sinner can return to Hashem.
In the course of the day one should study the teachings of the Rebbe and participate in the activities of the community. One should also set aside time for personal reflection and prayer. The teachings of the Rebbe emphasize the importance of unity and the power of every individual to make a difference in the world.
