Junior Genius Appointed Head Architect

Young Betzalel ben Uri from the tribe of Yehudah was chosen as lead architect for the Mishkan building project. Despite his young age, his supernatural talent made him an impressive choice.

“I’m really humbled and wasn’t sure I could take charge, but Moshe Rabbeinu told me that it was by command of HaShem Himself, so He will surely inspire me to excel,” said ben Uri, who is only 13 years old. “I only wish my dear grandfather Chur, who passed away just a few months ago, could be here to see me. He would have been so proud... [sob]”