Appointing a King: The Role of a Mentor in Fear of G-d

Me,” G-d instructs Shmuel—and by extension each one of us—that we appoint a king to ensure fear of G-d.

Still people claim that they cannot find a proper mentor. This though is untrue—Israel in not an orphan. Definitely if he would only try he will find a proper guide to lead him on the path of fear and love of the Almighty.

Initially the mentor will teach him basic fear of heaven but eventually he will grow until he is capable of being taught true awe of G-d.

This ultimate king will be expressed in Moshiach who is called both a rav and a king—may he speedily be revealed now.

(Based on Likutei Sichot 24, Shoftim 1, reworked by Rabbi Dovid Markel. To see other projects and to partner in our work, see: www.Neirot.com.)